What democratic function is strengthened by parliamentary debate on Council decisions?

Correct answer: Control and accountability over the executive

Correct answer: A. Parliamentary debate allows elected representatives to examine what the Council of Ministers has decided and how the government is using public authority and money. Members may ask questions, demand explanations, criticize policies, suggest changes, and draw attention to citizens’ problems. Ministers must respond, so debate makes the executive answerable to the legislature and, indirectly, to the people. This is parliamentary control, not merely a formal discussion. A is correct because scrutiny and questioning strengthen executive accountability. B is wrong because debate does not privatize the judiciary. C is wrong because discussion of Council decisions does not end the election of the President. D is wrong because permanent officials are appointed through administrative procedures, not elected by Parliament. A helpful distinction is that the executive acts, while Parliament examines, questions, authorizes expenditure, and holds it accountable. Memory cue: debate plus questions means control of the executive.