Political Science, asked by kanchanojha236, 6 months ago

State the various functions political parties perform in a democracy. ​

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Answered by Anonymous
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The various functions political parties perform in a democracy are:

  • Candidates are put forward by political parties to contest in elections.
  • These candidates may be chosen by the top leaders, or by members of the party.
  • Parties put forward their policies and programes for voters to chose from them.
  • Political parties play a major role in making laws for the country. No law can become a bill unless majority parties support it.
  • Political parties form and run governments.
  • Parties that lose election play the role of opposition to the party in power.
  • Parties shape public opinion.
  • Political parties form an important link between the government and the people.
  • It is easy for the public to approach their local leader than a government official.
  • The local leader has to listen to the public demand, otherwise, he will lose the next election.
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