Government Institutions and Roles Quiz

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What is the term used for the system of government where the President holds central importance?

Presidential system (correct)

Council of Ministers system

Parliamentary system

Cabinet form of government

In a parliamentary system, where does supreme power lie?

Supreme Court

Council of Ministers

President

Prime Minister (correct)

What role does the President have in the armed forces in a parliamentary system?

Advisor

Supreme Commander (correct)

Observer

Commander-in-Chief

In a parliamentary democracy, who typically holds the real powers?

Prime Minister Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a presidential system from a parliamentary system in terms of power distribution?

Concentration of power in President Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the Cabinet Ministers in the Council of Ministers?

To make decisions on behalf of the entire Council of Ministers Signup and view all the answers

How do the Ministers of State with independent charge differ from the Cabinet Ministers?

Ministers of State with independent charge are usually not invited to Cabinet meetings Signup and view all the answers

Why is parliamentary democracy in most countries often known as the Cabinet form of government?

Because the Cabinet works as a team and all ministers are required to own up to its decisions Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical size of the Council of Ministers?

60-80 Ministers Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate size of the Cabinet within the Council of Ministers?

20-25 Ministers Signup and view all the answers

What role do political parties play in parliamentary democracies?

They help in the concentration of power in the Prime Minister's hands Signup and view all the answers

How does the media contribute to the concentration of power in the hands of the Prime Minister?

By presenting politics as a competition between top party leaders Signup and view all the answers

What impact does coalition politics have on the power of the Prime Minister?

It imposes constraints on the power of the Prime Minister Signup and view all the answers

How did Jawaharlal Nehru exert his authority as India's first Prime Minister?

By influencing public opinion Signup and view all the answers

What factor determines the extent of power wielded by a Prime Minister in a parliamentary democracy?

The personality of the Prime Minister Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, which of the following statements accurately describes the powers of the Prime Minister?

The Prime Minister has the authority to dismiss Cabinet ministers. Signup and view all the answers

What happens when the Prime Minister resigns or quits their position?

The entire Council of Ministers, including the Prime Minister, must resign. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements accurately describes the role of ministers in a parliamentary democracy?

Ministers work under the leadership of the Prime Minister and cannot openly criticize government decisions. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements accurately describes the Cabinet Secretariat in a parliamentary democracy?

The Cabinet Secretariat is a team of senior civil servants that assists the Cabinet in coordinating the work of different ministries. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements accurately describes the concentration of power in parliamentary democracies?

The powers of the Prime Minister have increased so much that parliamentary democracies are sometimes seen as a Prime Ministerial form of government. Signup and view all the answers

Which institution is responsible for formulating and implementing welfare schemes in a democratic government?

The Cabinet Signup and view all the answers

In a parliamentary democracy, what is the role of the Council of Ministers?

To serve as the executive branch of the government Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between Cabinet Ministers and Ministers of State in the Cabinet?

Cabinet Ministers have independent decision-making powers, while Ministers of State assist the Cabinet Ministers Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key feature of the Cabinet form of government in a parliamentary democracy?

The Prime Minister is the head of the executive branch and is accountable to the Parliament Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Parliament in a parliamentary democracy?

The Parliament is responsible for debating and passing laws, as well as overseeing the work of the executive branch Signup and view all the answers

Which institution is responsible for taking all important policy decisions according to the passage?

The Cabinet Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Civil Servants according to the passage?

To implement the ministers' decisions Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of having institutions in a democratic system according to the passage?

To provide an opportunity for a wider set of people to be consulted Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the challenges of working with institutions according to the passage?

Institutions make it difficult to have a good decision taken very quickly Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of having rules, procedures, and meetings in institutions according to the passage?

Both a and b Signup and view all the answers

In a parliamentary democracy, who ultimately takes the final decisions on policy matters?

The elected ministers Signup and view all the answers

Why are ministers not expected to be experts in the matters of their ministry?

Their role is to provide overall direction and objectives, while relying on expert advice for technical details Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the minister being an elected representative in a democracy?

It empowers them to exercise the will of the people on their behalf Signup and view all the answers

In a large organization, who takes the most important decisions according to the passage?

Those with a larger view and understanding of the overall picture Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of experts in the decision-making process as described in the passage?

To provide multiple options and technical advice to the ministers Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, who is ultimately accountable to the people for the consequences of policy decisions?