Parliamentary Accountability
/ˌpær.lɪˈmɛn.tər.i əˌkaʊn.təˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/
Definitions
- (n.) The principle that parliamentary bodies are responsible to the electorate and other branches of government, ensuring their actions are transparent and answerable under constitutional or legal norms.
Parliamentary accountability requires legislators to justify their decisions to the public and comply with established laws.
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- parliamentary accountability
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Commentary
Parliamentary accountability is central in democratic governance, emphasizing transparency and answerability; drafting laws on this principle often includes specific mechanisms like committees, reporting obligations, and sanctions to enforce it.
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