Apart from law making, what important work does Parliament do?

Correct answer: Exercising control and oversight over the government

The correct answer is A. Parliament does more than pass laws: it holds the executive, or government, accountable. Members ask questions during Question Hour, debate policies, examine the budget, discuss public issues and work through parliamentary committees. Motions can also require the government to demonstrate that it still has the support of the House. These activities help prevent the executive from acting without explanation or scrutiny. B is wrong because printing textbooks is an administrative education task, not Parliament’s main function. C is wrong because deciding criminal cases belongs to the judiciary. D is wrong because direct recruitment of police personnel is an executive and administrative matter. Memory cue: Parliament makes laws, controls public money and checks the government; courts decide cases.