Question

Describe any four function of political parties in a democracy.

Answer 1

They educate the masses, through their meetings and propaganda, about the various problems facing the country at a particular time.
This helps in the formation of public opinion.
They fight elections and try to get the maximum number of their candidates elected.
The party which gets an absolute majority in the legislature, forms the government and runs the administration of the country.
Other parties from the opposition. They criticize the wrong policies of the government and check it from becoming despotic.They serve as a link between the government and the people.
They serve as a link between the Legislative and Executive organs of Government. Party in power explains before the public its policies and programmes and appeals for their cooperation, other parties highlight the grievances of public and pressurize the government for their redressel.

Answer 2

political parties help to improve the quality of elections in democracy.