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Who directs the actions of the Government?
An official question of the French civic exam, with its answer and the official text that proves it, in French and English.
Resident card no. 49
Qui dirige l'action du Gouvernement ?
Who directs the actions of the Government?
Answer. The Prime Minister.
Le Premier ministre.
The Prime Minister directs the work of the ministers and ensures that laws are enforced.
The official text that proves it
« Le Premier ministre dirige l'action du Gouvernement. Il est responsable de la défense nationale. Il assure l'exécution des lois. »
The Prime Minister directs the actions of the Government. He is responsible for national defense. He ensures the enforcement of laws.
In French, with its English meaning.
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