Question

india has parliamentary form of government.explain giving 5points

Answer 1

We have parliamentary form of government both at the centre and in the States. In fact, we have adopted this system on British pattern. Ina parliamentary democracy, there is a close relationship between the legislature and the executive. The Council of Ministers is constituted from amongst the members of the legislature which holds office so long as it enjoys the confidence of thelegislature. In a parliamentary form of government, the Head and the State, the President in case of India, is a nominal head. Although , he/she enjoys many powers, but in practice all these powers are exercised by the Councilof Ministers headed by the Prime Minister.

Answer 2

The leadership of the Prime Minister is another major feature of the parliamentary system.

Main Role of the Lower House in Ministry-formation: In the parliamentary government the lower house of the legislature, i.e., the popular chamber plays a vital role in the formation of the ministry.

Existence of a Strong Opposition

Existence of a Titular or Constitutional Ruler

: In such a system the Cabinet or Ministry has to remain responsible to the legislature for all its activities and policies