History & Civics
Which of the following is an Executive function of the President in a parliamentary system?
- Issuing ordinances
- Appointing the Prime Minister
- Granting assent to bills passed by Parliament
- Addressing the nation on Independence Day
President & Vice-President
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Appointing the Prime Minister
Reason — The President makes appointment to key posts to run the government's administration. He/She appoints the Prime Minister — usually the leader of the majority party to form the government.
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