In a parliamentary system, the executive is:
- self-appointed for life
- separately elected by people
- appointed by the judiciary
- accountable to the legislature
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Correct answer: D. accountable to the legislature
1. Parliamentary executive draws its existence from legislative confidence.
2. A successful no-confidence motion brings down the cabinet.
3. Cabinet members must be members of Parliament.
__Source: syllabus Indian Constitution at Work — Parliamentary system__