Why are the legitimacy of the political executive, the efficiency of the permanent executive, and parliamentary supervision all necessary together?

Correct answer: So that governance remains democratic, practical, and accountable

Correct answer: A. Legitimacy means that political leaders receive authority through constitutional and democratic procedures, so citizens can accept their right to govern. The permanent executive, including civil servants, provides continuity, experience, and practical administrative skill even when elected governments change. Parliamentary supervision adds accountability: ministers must answer questions, defend policies, and face the possibility of losing legislative support. These three elements solve different problems. Legitimacy prevents rule without democratic approval; administrative efficiency helps policies work in practice; supervision limits misuse of power. B is wrong because democratic government must remain connected to citizens. C is wrong because law-making is not the President’s personal power. D is wrong because the judiciary must remain independent and does not run ministries. Memory cue: legitimacy gives authority, administration gives capacity, and Parliament gives control.