Differentiate between political and permanent executive in a democracy. OR What are the two categories of executives in a democracy?

Differentiate between political and permanent executive in a democracy.

OR  

What are the two categories of executives in a democracy?

Ans.

(i) The political executives are the elected representatives elected for a specific period. Political leaders, who take the big decisions fall in this category. 

(ii) In the second category, people are appointed on a long-term basis. This is called the permanent executives or civil services. They remain in office even when the ruling party changes. These officers work under political executives and assist them in carrying out the day-to-day administration.