America’s ‘King President’ Shows Why India Was Right To Choose Westminster Model

America’s ‘King President’ Shows Why India Was Right To Choose Westminster Model
Supporters of the idea point to the United States as the model to follow. They argue that a strong president, elected separately from the legislature, offers stability, decisiveness and clarity of command. In their telling, America’s system is tailor-made for a large, diverse nation, firm at the centre, yet respectful of federal autonomy.