In a parliamentary system of government, who typically holds the most executive power?

A) The Head of State (e.g., Monarch or President)

B) The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court

C) The Leader of the majority party in the legislature (e.g., Prime Minister)

D) The Speaker of the Parliament

Explanation

In a parliamentary system, executive power is typically vested in a Prime Minister, who is the leader of the party or coalition with the most seats in the parliament and is accountable to the legislature.

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