Which condition most commonly leads to the formation of a coalition cabinet?
Correct answer: D. No single party wins a majority of legislative seats
- A. One party wins every constituency in an election
- B. The head of state inherits office by constitutional rule
- C. Courts invalidate an executive order
- D. No single party wins a majority of legislative seats
Explanation
A coalition cabinet is usually formed when no party has enough legislative seats to govern alone. Two or more parties then agree to share executive responsibility and support a common programme.
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