Indian Constitution 2 Exam Unit 1 and 2
Unit 1: Parliamentary Government ### **1.1 Westminster Model** The Westminster model is a democratic parliamentary system of governance that originated in the United Kingdom and has been adopted by many countries, including India. It is characterized by the following features: - **Supremacy of Parliament**: The Parliament is the supreme legislative body, and no other institution can override its decisions. - **Fusion of Powers**: Unlike the presidential system, where the executive and legislature are separate, the Westminster model combines these branches. The executive (Prime Minister and Council of Ministers) is drawn from the legislature. - **Role of the Opposition**: The opposition plays a crucial role in holding the government accountable and ensuring a balance of power. - **Collective Responsibility**: The Council of Ministers is collectively responsible to the legislature. If the government loses the confidence of the House, the entire Council must resign. In India, the We...