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Presidential Form of Government
Features:
– Separation of Powers: The executive and legislative branches are distinct and independent.
– Fixed Terms:The president serves for a fixed term and cannot be easily removed by the legislature.
– Direct Election: The president is often elected directly by the people.
– Single Executive: The president is both the head of state and government.
Example:
– United States: The president is elected every four years independently of the Congress, ensuring a clear separation of powers.
Parliamentary Form of Government
Features:
– Fusion of Powers: The executive is derived from the legislative branch.
– Flexible Terms: The prime minister can be dismissed by a vote of no confidence from the parliament.
– Indirect Election:The prime minister is usually the leader of the majority party in the parliament.
– Dual Executive:The head of state (monarch or president) is different from the head of government (prime minister).
Example:
– United Kingdom: The prime minister is the leader of the majority party in the House of Commons and can be removed by a vote of no confidence, highlighting the interdependence of the executive and legislature.
These systems reflect different approaches to governance, with the presidential form emphasizing separation and stability, while the parliamentary form prioritizes integration and flexibility.