Parliamentary System
Definition
A parliamentary system is a form of government where executive power is vested in an elected legislature (parliament) which chooses a prime minister or head of government.
Analogy
Think of a parliamentary system as an orchestra. The parliament members represent different instruments playing together under the conductor's guidance (prime minister) to create harmonious governance.
Related terms
Prime Minister: The prime minister is the head of government in parliamentary systems who leads and coordinates executive functions.
Vote of No Confidence: A vote taken by parliament members expressing lack of confidence in the current government, potentially leading to its dissolution.
Coalition Government: A coalition government is formed when multiple political parties join together to create a majority in parliament and govern collectively.
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AP Comparative Government - 2022 AP Comp Gov Multiple Choice Help (MCQ) | Fiveable
AP Comparative Government - 2024 AP Comparative Government Exam Guide
AP Comparative Government - Unit 1 Overview: Political Systems, Regimes, and Governments
AP Comparative Government - Unit 2 Overview: Political Institutions
Practice Questions (8)
- In a parliamentary system, the leader of the majority party becomes the:
- In the parliamentary system, the cabinet consists of:
- In a parliamentary system, the Prime Minister is the leader of the:
- In a parliamentary system, who selects or removes the head of government and the cabinet?
- In a parliamentary system, the legislature is elected by:
- In a parliamentary system, specifically the UK, what is not an example of checks and balances?
- In a parliamentary system, power primarily lies with:
- In a parliamentary system, gridlock is typically:
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