From which religious confession is the Prime Minister (President of the Council of Ministers) customary appointed?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Sunni Muslim
- Step 1: Under the Lebanese confessional power-sharing framework established in 1943, the executive premiership is held by a Sunni Muslim.
- Step 2: The Prime Minister leads the Council of Ministers and directs government administration.
Answer
Sunni Muslim.
Why not the others: 'Maronite Christian' holds the state presidency; 'Shia Muslim' presides over parliament; 'Druze' holds key ministerial portfolios and parliamentary seats.
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