Question

The government of Israel can be classified as a parliamentary democracy. Which statement provides the BEST definition of this type of government?
A)
a government ruled by an elected legislature and a prime minister
B)
a government ruled by the wealthiest, upper-class elite in society
C)
a government ruled by a small group distinguished by royalty, wealth, family, or military powers
D)
a government ruled by people who have been selected by talent, ability, and good leadership skills

Answer 1

Parliamentary democracy, democratic form of government in which the party (or a coalition of parties) with the greatest representation in the parliament (legislature) forms the government, its leader becoming prime minister or chancellor