If a major policy is implemented by avoiding parliamentary discussion, what effect will it have on democratic accountability?

Correct answer: The capacity of representatives to examine and question will decrease

Correct answer: A. Parliament is an important forum where elected representatives ask questions, demand reasons, discuss public consequences and examine government action. Parliamentary discussion does not guarantee that every policy will be accepted, but it makes the executive explain its purpose, legal basis, cost and expected results. If a major policy avoids such discussion, representatives have fewer opportunities to inspect the proposal, expose weaknesses, suggest changes and hold ministers responsible. A is correct because reduced examination and questioning means weaker democratic accountability. B is wrong: avoiding debate cannot automatically make a policy constitutional; constitutional validity depends on the Constitution and law. C is wrong because courts may still have an important review role. D is wrong because citizens elect representatives rather than directly writing every law. Memory cue: Parliament is not only a law-making body; it is also a questioning and accountability forum.