Question 9
Presidential and Parliamentary SystemsThe resignation of the cabinet after a defeat in parliament, is an expression of the principle of
- A.political accountability
- B.collective responsibility
- C.checks and balances
- D.rule of law
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (collective responsibility)
Explanation
Under collective responsibility the cabinet stands or falls together. If parliament defeats it, for example in a vote of no confidence, the whole cabinet resigns.