UPSC Prelims 2017 Indian Polity

The main advantage of the parliamentary form of government is that -

Explanation

The main advantage of a parliamentary form of government is that c) the executive remains responsible to the legislature. [Article 75(c)] Here's why the other options are not the main advantage: a) The executive and legislature actually work closely together in a parliamentary system, as the executive is drawn from the legislature.
b) Continuity of policy can be a benefit, but it's not the main advantage. Parliamentary systems can still be efficient in passing laws.
d) The head of government (Prime Minister) can be changed through a vote of no confidence in the legislature.

Linked concepts

Revision pages for syllabus ideas tested in this PYQ.

Parliamentary Oversight and Opposition's Role Government Accountability and Democratic Governance Challenges to Democratic Governance and Accountability Governance Challenges and Reforms in Parliamentary Democracies Accountability and Transparency in Governance Department of Investment and Public Asset Management (DIPAM)