Flash Cards: EXECUTIVE

The executive is the branch of government responsible for implementing laws and policies adopted by the legislature.

The executive consists of the political executive, including the President, Prime Minister, and ministers, and the permanent executive, comprising civil servants.

The political executive refers to heads of government and their ministers responsible for overall government policy.

The permanent executive consists of civil servants who are responsible for routine administration.

In a parliamentary system, the executive is derived from the legislature, while in a presidential system, the executive is independent of the legislature.

The President of India is the ceremonial head of state and plays a vital role in the functioning of the executive as per constitutional provisions.

The Council of Ministers advises the President and holds the executive power, collectively responsible to the legislature.

The Prime Minister is the head of government, responsible for leading the Council of Ministers and implementing government policies.

Administrative machinery includes various government departments and civil servants managing day-to-day governance.

The legislature controls the executive through legislation and oversight, while the executive administers the laws made by the legislature.

The executive is responsible for enforcing laws and ensuring they are put into effect effectively.

The executive often engages in shaping and developing government policies before they are legislated.

Veto power allows the President to reject legislation passed by the Parliament, thus exercising a check on legislative authority.

Students often confuse the functions of the executive with those of the legislature, not understanding their distinct roles.

An executive order is a directive issued by the executive branch to manage the operations of government and enforce laws.

Administrative discretion refers to the authority granted to executive officials to make decisions within the framework of laws.

Examples include issuing executive orders, formulating budgets, and executing laws.

Checks include legislative oversight, judicial review, and accountability mechanisms within the government.

The executive is held accountable by the legislature and the judiciary, ensuring that it acts within the bounds of law.