Prime Minister
Definition
The prime minister is the head of government in a parliamentary system. They are responsible for leading the executive branch and implementing policies.
Analogy
Imagine the prime minister as the captain of a sports team. They make important decisions, lead their team, and work towards achieving their goals.
Related terms
Cabinet: A group of ministers appointed by the prime minister to assist in decision-making and policy implementation.
Parliamentary System: A system where the executive branch is led by a prime minister who is accountable to the legislature.
Head of State: The ceremonial leader of a country, often separate from the role of prime minister.
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Practice Questions (14)
Which Prime Minister is credited with laying the groundwork for Britain's Industrial Revolution?
Who served as the Prime Minister of Britain during much of the Victorian era?
Who was prime minister of the United Kingdom at the start of World War I?
Who was Britain’s prime minister at the start of Second World War ?
Which British statesman served as Prime Minister during most of World War I?
Who was the longest serving Prime Minister under Italy's fascist regime?
Who was the Prime Minister of Britain during most of World War II?
Who became Britain's prime minister during World War II?
What might have been the potential outcome if Winston Churchill had not become Prime Minister of the UK during World War II?
Who was the prime minister of the United Kingdom during most of World War II?
How did Margaret Thatcher's conservative economic policies influence Great Britain during her tenure as Prime Minister?
Who served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1979 to 1990, and is known for her conservative policies?
Who was responsible for leading Britain through much of World War II as Prime Minister?
What significant impact did Margaret Thatcher’s neoliberal reforms have on British society during her tenure as Prime Minister?
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