Out of the following statements, choose the one that brings out the principle underlying the Cabinet form of Government :
A
An arrangement for minimizing the criticism against the Government whose responsibilities are complex and hard to carry out to the satisfaction of all.
B
A mechanism for speeding up the activities of the Government whose responsibilities are increasing day by day.
C
A mechanism of parliamentary democracy for ensuring collective responsibility of the Government to the people.
Correct Answer
D
A device for strengthening the hands of the head of the Government whose hold over the people is in a state of decline.
Explanation
Option (C) is correct because the fundamental principle of the Cabinet form of government is collective responsibility, ensuring that the executive remains accountable to the legislature and, by extension, the people. Option (B) is the most tempting wrong choice as it describes a functional benefit (efficiency), but it does not represent the constitutional essence or "underlying principle" that defines the system. This question tests the core concept of Parliamentary Democracy, specifically the accountability mechanism where the Council of Ministers stays in power only as long as it enjoys the confidence of the elected house.
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