Which of the following is NOT a feature of India’s parliamentary government?

Correct option is A

Correct Answer: (a) Dissolution of the Rajya Sabha
Explanation: In India's parliamentary system, the Rajya Sabha (Council of States) is a permanent house and cannot be dissolved, unlike the Lok Sabha. One-third of its members retire every two years, ensuring continuity in its functioning. This makes dissolution of the Rajya Sabha an incorrect statement in the context of India’s parliamentary features.
Key features of India’s parliamentary government include:
1. Nominal and Real Executives: The President is the nominal head of state, while the Prime Minister and the Council of Ministers exercise real power.
2. Membership of Ministers in Legislature: The ministers must be members of the Parliament (either Lok Sabha or Rajya Sabha).
3. Majority Party Rule: The party (or coalition) with a majority in the Lok Sabha forms the government.
Key Facts (Exam-Oriented): ● The Rajya Sabha is a permanent body and never dissolved; it undergoes partial biennial elections. ● The Lok Sabha can be dissolved before completing its term, either by a no-confidence motion or at the President's recommendation. ● India's parliamentary government follows the principle of collective responsibility, where the Council of Ministers is accountable to the Lok Sabha. ● The dual executive system includes the President (nominal) and the Prime Minister (real executive). ● The ruling government must enjoy the confidence of the Lok Sabha, emphasizing the majority party rule.