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Correct Answer: Option (C) — A mechanism of parliamentary democracy for ensuring collective responsibility of the Government to the people.
Concept & Option Breakdown
Standard Reference VerifiedThe core principle underlying the Cabinet form of government (Parliamentary system) is collective responsibility. The Council of Ministers is collectively responsible to the popularly elected legislature (Lok Sabha), which in turn represents and is responsible to the people.
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