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Question 46

The main advantage of the parliamentary form of government is that

AOptions

A) the executive and legislature work independently.

B) it provides continuity of policy and is more efficient.

C) the executive remains responsible to the legislature.

D) the head of the government cannot be changed without election.

BSolution

The defining characteristic and main advantage of the parliamentary form of government is the principle of collective responsibility of the executive to the legislature. In this system, the government (executive) is formed from the legislature, and it remains in power only as long as it enjoys the confidence of the legislature. This accountability ensures that the executive is responsive to the will of the elected representatives and, through them, to the people. Options A, B, and D are not the primary distinguishing advantages; for example, the executive and legislature do not work independently (A), continuity can be an issue (B), and changes can occur without elections through no-confidence motions (D).

CStrategy

For questions on governmental forms, understand the key principles that define each system (e.g., parliamentary vs. presidential) and their fundamental advantages/disadvantages. Focus on the relationship between the executive and legislature.

DSyllabus Analysis

This question falls under Indian Polity and Constitution, specifically the features of the Parliamentary System.

EQuestion Analysis

Easy. A foundational concept in Indian Polity.