WAEC Government 2013 Question 16

Question 16

Presidential and Parliamentary Systems

Which of the following is true of a parliamentary system of government?

  1. A.There is an Executive President.
  2. B.Fusion of powers is discouraged.
  3. C.Collective responsibility is emphasized.
  4. D.The Prime Minister is the head of the judiciary.
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Answer: C (Collective responsibility is emphasized.)

Explanation

In a parliamentary system the cabinet is collectively responsible to parliament: ministers stand or fall together.