India's Parliamentary Government
Westminster model: India's system is based on the Westminster model, which originated in the United Kingdom.
Head of government: The Prime Minister is the head of the government and the real executive power lies with the Council of Ministers, led by the Prime Minister.
Head of state: The President is the constitutional and ceremonial head of state.
Collective responsibility: The Council of Ministers is collectively responsible to the Lok Sabha, the lower house of Parliament.
Legislative and executive branches: There is a close relationship between the legislative and executive branches, with ministers being members of the legislature.