Question

State any two factors that have contributed to the recent growth in the powers of the Executive.

Answer 1

1. Welfare State Responsibilities: Modern governments are expected to provide a wide range of services like education, healthcare, social security, and employment. This has expanded the executive's role in policy-making, planning, and implementing welfare schemes.
2. Emergency and Crisis Management: In times of war, natural disasters, pandemics, or internal disturbances, the executive gains special powers to act quickly and decisively. This need for immediate action has led to a significant increase in executive authority.