The main advantage of the parliamentary form of governments is that

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

Answer: C

Explanation

The Parliamentary system is also known as the ‘Westminster’model of government, responsible government and cabinet government. The Constitution establishes the parliamentary system not only at the Centre but also in the states. The features of parliamentary government in India are: (a) Presence of nominal and real executives; (b) Majority party rule, (c) Collective responsibility of the executive to the legislature, (d) Membership of the ministers in the legislature, (e) Leadership of the prime minister or the chief minister, (f) Dissolution of the lower House (Lok Sabha or Assembly).