If the government's Lok Sabha majority is very narrow, what effect may it have on the Prime Minister's decisions?

Correct answer: The Prime Minister must carefully maintain the support of allies and MPs

Answer: A. In a parliamentary system, the Council of Ministers must enjoy the confidence of the Lok Sabha. When the government’s majority is very small, even a few members changing their position can threaten a vote or the government’s survival. The Prime Minister therefore has to consult allies, maintain party discipline, consider the concerns of supporting MPs, and build sufficient support for important decisions. This does not remove the Prime Minister’s authority, but it makes decision-making more cautious and politically dependent on legislative support. B is wrong because a narrow majority does not change the Prime Minister into the President. C is wrong because the Rajya Sabha does not automatically dissolve for this reason. D is wrong because preparing the budget is the government’s responsibility, subject to parliamentary approval, not the judiciary’s. Memory cue: a narrow majority means less room for political error.