The main advantage of the parliamentary form of government is that

The main advantage of the parliamentary form of government is that

[amp_mcq option1=”the executive and legislature work independently” option2=”it provides continuity of policy and is more efficient” option3=”the executive remains responsible to the legislature” option4=”the head of the government cannot be changed without election” correct=”option3″]

This question was previously asked in
UPSC IAS – 2017
The correct answer is C) the executive remains responsible to the legislature.
The main advantage of the parliamentary form of government is the principle of executive accountability to the legislature. The government (executive) is formed by members of the legislature and remains in power as long as it retains the confidence of the legislature. This direct responsibility ensures that the executive is continuously answerable to the elected representatives of the people, facilitating closer coordination and potential checks on executive power.
Option A is incorrect; the executive and legislature are closely intertwined in a parliamentary system, unlike the separation of powers in a presidential system. Option B is not universally true; political instability can lead to frequent changes in government, disrupting policy continuity, and efficiency depends on various factors. Option D is incorrect; the head of government (Prime Minister) can be changed without a general election through mechanisms like a vote of no confidence or a change in party leadership.