Question

Discuss the power and position of the prime minister with reference to the parliament

Answer 1

The prime minister is the senior-most member of cabinet in the executive of government in a parliamentary system. The prime minister selects and can dismiss members of the cabinet; allocates posts to members within the government; and is the presiding member and chairperson of the cabinet.

Answer 2

Prime Minister inside the Parliament:

1. Leader of the Lok Sabha
2. Spokesperson of the Government
3. Defender of Government Policies
4. Intervention in case of Controversial Issues