Question

In parliamentary systems:________ a) political accountability is maintained by clear separation of powers. b) legislatures and judiciaries are much weaker than the executive, as the prime minister is the major driver of policy. c) the members of the judiciary are often very activist, as they play a key role in settling intergovernmental disputes. d) power rests in a dual executive.

Answer 1

Answer:

Option B, legislatures and judiciaries are much weaker than the executive, as the prime minister is the major driver of policy, is the right answer.

Explanation:

A system of government in which the political party with the highest representation in the parliament forms the governing body of the state is known as the Parliamentary system. In this form of government, the executive branch receives its democratic legitimacy the legislature (usually a parliament) and is also accountable to that parliament. The leaders in the Parliamentary system becomes the Prime Minister or Chancellor. Since the Prime Minister is the major driver of policy, the legislatures and judiciaries are much weaker than the executive branch.