If opposition does not get enough opportunity to speak in Parliament, which quality of parliamentary democracy will decline?

Correct answer: Accountability and plural debate

Correct answer: A. Parliamentary democracy is not only about voting and passing laws; it also requires discussion, criticism, questioning, and the representation of different viewpoints. The opposition examines government decisions, points out possible errors, raises issues affecting citizens, and offers alternative policies. If it is not given a fair opportunity to speak, the government faces less scrutiny and important viewpoints may remain unheard. Therefore accountability and plural debate decline. Option A is correct because it names both the checking function and the presence of diverse opinions. Option B is wrong because the definition of a Money Bill is not changed merely by limiting debate. Option C is wrong because Rajya Sabha’s continuing existence is a constitutional feature, not the quality being tested. Option D is wrong because restricting opposition speech does not change the fact that Lok Sabha is directly elected. A healthy Parliament needs both majority decision-making and space for dissent. Memory cue: “Democracy needs a voice for the majority and a hearing for the opposition.”