UPSC Previous Year Question | Prelims GS | 2017

The main advantage of the parliamentary form of government is that

  1. the executive and legislature work independently.
  2. it provides continuity of policy and is more efficient.
  3. the executive remains responsible to the legislature.
  4. the head of the government cannot be changed without election.

Answer

Correct Answer

the executive remains responsible to the legislature.

Explanation

The chief distinguishing advantage of a parliamentary system is the principle of accountability — the executive (Council of Ministers) remains collectively responsible to the legislature (Parliament) throughout its tenure.

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