Q.

In a democracy, the will of the people is supreme. Which of the following statement concerning democracy in India best reflects this?

A. The President appoints the Prime Minister who is the leader of the political party possessing a majority in the Lok Sabha.
B. An assembly of elected representatives exercises political authority on behalf of the people.
C. In case of a difference between the two Houses of Parliament, the final decision is taken in a joint session of the two Houses.
D. The permanent executive has more powers than the political executive.
Answer» B. An assembly of elected representatives exercises political authority on behalf of the people.
Explanation: In all democracies an assembly of elected representatives exercises political authority on behalf of the people. Parliament has the authority to make new laws for the country and abolish existing laws. Parliament control all the money related issues of government. All the bills have to be presented to Lok Sabha before they become laws. Since Lok Sabha consists of elected representative of the people, it exercises authority over the government.
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