2013
Q. 59
Set A
Polity
Parliament
In the context of India, which of the following principles is/are implied institutionally in the parliamentary government?
- Members of the Cabinet are Members of the Parliament.
- Ministers hold the office till they enjoy confidence in the Parliament.
- Cabinet is headed by the Head of the State.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
Smart Elimination
Statement 3 says the Cabinet is headed by the ""Head of State"". The Head of State is the President. The Cabinet is actually run by the Prime Minister.
Potential Trap
Confusing Head of State (President) with Head of Government (PM).
Answer Key & Explanation
Answer: AThe correct answer is Option A.
Analysis:
- Members of Cabinet are Members of Parliament: Yes, this is a core feature. Ministers are drawn from the legislature (fusion of powers). If a non-member is appointed, they must get elected within 6 months. (Correct)
- Confidence: Ministers hold office as long as they enjoy the confidence of the lower house (Collective Responsibility). (Correct)
- Head of Cabinet: The Cabinet is headed by the Prime Minister (Head of Government), not the Head of the State (President). The President is the ceremonial head. (Incorrect)
Value Addition
- Westminster Model: India follows the British parliamentary model.
- Article 75: Ministers are collectively responsible to the Lok Sabha.
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Difficulty Assessment
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Foundational question based on core concepts.