
In parliamentary systems, what does "ministerial responsibility" require of government ministers?
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Get StartedIn parliamentary systems, what does "ministerial responsibility" require of government ministers?
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- They must answer to the legislature for the actions of their departments
- They report only to the head of state and are immune from questioning
- They may ignore parliamentary questions during crises
- They are appointed for life and cannot be removed by parliament
Correct answer: They must answer to the legislature for the actions of their departments
Explanation: Ministerial responsibility means ministers are accountable to the legislature for departmental conduct; in practice this includes answering parliamentary questions and resigning if seriously at fault, a core mechanism of accountability.
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