Question

Which of these is correct so far as powers of the Parliament are concerned, apart from making laws?

• A. Exercising control over the government.
• B. Controlling finance of the country.
• C. Serving as the highest forum of discussion and debate.
• D. All of these

Answer 1

The correct option is D All of these

Parliaments all over the world exercise some control over those who run the government. In some countries like India, this control is direct and full.

Parliaments control all the money that governments have. In most countries, any the public money can be spent only when the Parliament sanctions it.

Parliament is the highest forum of discussion and debate on public issues and national policy in any country. Parliament can seek information about any matter.