Under a parliamentary system of government; the cabinet holds office at the pleasure of the?

A. opposition
B. electorate
C. head of state
D. legislature

Correct Answer:

Option D – legislature

Explanation

Under a parliamentary system of government, the cabinet holds office at the pleasure of the legislature.

Under the parliamentary system of government, the Prime Minister is the Head of government while the King, Queen, or ceremonial President is the Head of State.

The Chairman or leader of the party that won the highest number of seats in the legislature becomes the Prime Minister. He, the Prime Minister forms the government according to the constitution.

The Prime Minister can only choose his ministers from his party men in the legislature. The executive can be removed from office by the legislature. This could happen if the legislature passes a vote of no confidence in the executive.