By discussing government policies, Parliament strengthens which democratic principle?

Correct answer: Accountability

Direct answer: A is correct. Accountability means that those who exercise public power must explain their decisions and answer questions about their actions. When Parliament discusses government policies, ministers must respond to questions, defend their decisions, and listen to criticism from representatives. This allows the elected House to examine whether policies serve the public interest and whether public money is being used properly. A discussion does not automatically prove that every policy is correct, but it creates a constitutional method for scrutiny and correction. B is wrong because dynastic rule concerns power passing within a family, not answering to Parliament. C is wrong because parliamentary discussion makes decisions more open, not secret. D is wrong because authoritarianism concentrates power and avoids meaningful accountability. Memory cue: “Questions in Parliament make power answerable.”