Question 544

For a Prime Minister and the governing party to remain in power, what is essential for them to maintain in the House of Commons?

  1. AThe backing of all provincial premiers
  2. BThe personal approval of the Queen
  3. CA positive review from the Senate
  4. DThe support of the majority of MPs
Show the answer and explanation

Correct answer: D) The support of the majority of MPs

Explanation

The Prime Minister and the party in power can only run the government as long as they have the confidence, or support, of the majority of the Members of Parliament in the House of Commons.

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