Free MCQs for FPSC, NTS, PPSC, PMS, CSS & All Pakistan Exams 2026

Who is responsible for selecting the lawmaker tasked with trying to form Israel’s next government?

A. Chief Justice of Israel
B. President Isaac Herzog
C. Speaker of the Knesset
D. Chief of Staff of the IDF

 

Explanation:

– President Isaac Herzog consults representatives of the elected political parties.

– He then selects a Knesset member who appears most likely to form a government.

– On 5 November, 67 lawmakers recommended Gadi Eisenkot, while 46 recommended Benjamin Netanyahu.

– Reuters reported that Herzog planned to select a candidate on Sunday, 8 November 2026.

– The selected candidate normally receives 28 days, with a possible 14-day extension, to form a government.

Related one-line questions and answers

  1. Who is the President of Israel? — Isaac Herzog.
  2. Who is Israel’s caretaker Prime Minister? — Benjamin Netanyahu.
  3. How long is the initial government-formation period? — 28 days.
  4. What extension may be granted? — Up to 14 additional days.
  5. What may happen if no government can be formed? — Another election may be called.

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