Historical Foundations: Drawing from Past Experiences
The roots of India’s parliamentary executive can be traced back to its colonial history, particularly under the Government of India Acts of 1919 and 1935.
These early experiments with parliamentary governance laid the groundwork for a system wherein the executive could be effectively supervised by elected representatives, safeguarding against arbitrary exercise of power.
Class 11 Polity Notes Chapter 4: Parliamentary Executive in India
India’s parliamentary system of governance, enshrined in its Constitution, reflects a careful balance between executive power and democratic accountability.
Shaped by historical precedents and political imperatives, the parliamentary executive in India embodies a model of governance designed to ensure responsiveness to public expectations while curbing the risks of unchecked authority.