One major factor that differentiates the presidential from the parliamentary system is?

A. separation of powers
B. judicial independence
C. passage of bills
D. party system

Correct Answer:

Option A – separation of powers

Explanation

Separation of powers is one major factor that differentiates the presidential from the parliamentary system.

In a Presidential system, there is strict separation of powers as the President and the ministers are not members of Parliament while on the Parliamentary System, there is much fusion of powers. Here the Prime Minister and the Cabinet members are members of the Parliament.