Subject: Polity
Ministers are bound by the doctrine of collective responsibility, which means that they are collectively accountable to the Lok Sabha for all decisions made by the government. As detailed in Polity by Laxmikant, this principle ensures that even if individual ministers disagree, the entire Cabinet must stand united in public.
Individual accountability is also emphasized, as each minister is responsible for the performance and management of their specific portfolio. This dual layer of accountability is essential for maintaining transparency and efficiency in government operations.