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ICSE · Class 12 · Political Science

What The Executive covers in ICSE Class 12 Political Science: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the ICSE Class 12 Political Science syllabus.

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4 Topics · ICSE Class 12 Political Science · 2026-27

Topics in The Executive

1

Meaning and Importance of the Executive

  • In a broad sense, the executive includes all officials and agencies concerned with executing the will of the state as expressed in law.
  • In a narrow sense, the executive means the chief executives and their principal colleagues who formulate policy and ensure its implementation.
  • The executive has two aspects: political and departmental.
2

Recruitment and Tenure of the Executive

  • Executive heads may be recruited by hereditary principle, direct election, indirect election, election by the legislature, or nomination.
  • Hereditary principle applies in monarchies.
  • Direct popular election is used in some countries where the head of state is elected by the people.
3

Kinds of Executive

  • A nominal executive is the constitutional head with little or no real power.
  • A real executive exercises actual power in government.
  • A singular executive is headed by one leader.
4

Functions of the Executive

  • The executive executes laws, rules, orders, decrees, and regulations.
  • It maintains peace and good government.
  • It prevents breaches of law and punishes offenders.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Executive as the most important organ of government, covering its meaning, recruitment, kinds, functions, importance, and the executive systems of the USA and India

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What are the important topics in The Executive for ICSE Class 12 Political Science?
Key topics in The Executive include Meaning and Importance of the Executive, Recruitment and Tenure of the Executive, Kinds of Executive, Functions of the Executive. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the ICSE Class 12 board exam.
How should I revise The Executive for the ICSE Class 12 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 45 practice questions on The Executive. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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