Question

Examine the advantages and disadvantages of the two-party system.

Answer 1

Answer:

Advantages of Two party system:

It gives political stability to the country

Two-party systems have been preferred over multi-party systems because they are not difficult to govern. This kind of system also discourages radical minor parties.

It is s easier for voters to vote in the elections as they need to choose between only two political parties.

The two-party system can speed up the process of governing.

Disadvantages

The two party system offers limited options to the voters as they have to choose from only two political parties

It ignores alternative voices. The two party system do not effectively tackle the issues faced by minority or other sections of the society.

The two-party system creates inconsistent governing.

When one party loses power in a two-party system, their policies are often reversed since the other party usually takes an opposite stand.

Answer 2

Answer:

Disadvantages. Two-party systems have been criticized for downplaying alternative views, being less competitive, encouraging voter apathy since there is a perception of fewer choices, and putting a damper on debate within a nation.

Advantages of proportional representation multi-party systems include allowing for more choice and a variety of opinions to be heard. Advantages of a two-party system include simplicity, consistency, and stability. However, despite their advantages, both systems can lead to legislative gridlock in different ways.