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.
D
A device for strengthening the hands of the head of the Government whose hold over the people is in a state of decline.
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation
1. The Cabinet form of Government, also known as the parliamentary system, operates on the principle of fusion between the executive (Cabinet/Government) and the legislature (Parliament).
2. Option (A) describes a potential outcome (minimizing criticism) but not the foundational principle.
3. Option (B) focuses on operational efficiency (speeding up activities), which is not the core defining principle.
4. Option (C) accurately identifies the core principle. The Cabinet form of Government is a key mechanism within parliamentary democracy designed for ensuring the collective responsibility of the Government (the executive) to the legislature, and through the legislature, ultimately to the people.
5. Option (D) misrepresents the principle; parliamentary systems often involve checks on the head of the Government, and strengthening their position isn't the inherent principle.
6. Therefore, the statement that best brings out the underlying principle is the link between parliamentary democracy and collective responsibility.