parlamentarismia
Parlamentarismia is a term used in contemporary political science to describe a specific form of parliamentary governance in which legislative bodies exercise significant independent authority over national budgets, while the executive retains limited veto powers. The concept emerged in the early 21st century as a response to growing concerns about fiscal irresponsibility in hybrid parliamentary‑presidential systems. Scholars who support parlamentarismia point to its potential for enhancing accountability, as elected members of parliament directly oversee expenditure and can enact fiscal legislation without needing presidential approval. However, critics argue that concentrated parliamentary control may lead to politicization of budgeting processes and reduce executive flexibility in responding to crises.
The term originated in the work of Dr. Maria K. Velasquez, who introduced it in a 2012
Key features of parlamentarismia include the passage of national budget proposals by parliamentary committees, the requirement
Analysis of parlamentarismia continues to be relevant for policymakers exploring reforms to democratic governance. Discussions focus