Question

the role of political parties before and after the election

Answer 1

Contemporary Indian political history is categorised into pre-independence and post-independence era. There is a stark contrast in the way politics used to be played out during the freedom movement days and the shape it has taken after independence. In all these years, India polity has seen a drastic change.



Role of National Political Parties Before Independence

It’s fair to say that Indian National Congress dominated the political landscape of India during the pre-independence era. Ever since it was formed in 1885, the party dedicated itself towards strengthening the nationalist movement against the British rule. It set the wheel in motion by organising national and regional campaigns and protest movements. The party embarked upon a policy of boycotting imported British goods and promoting swadeshi goods.

In 1907, the Congress party was split into two. While the moderates such as Dadabhai Naoroji and Gopal Krishna Gokhale wanted reform within the framework of British governance, the radicals such as Bal Gangadhar Tilak emphasised on civil agitation to overthrow the British Empire. Under the aegis of other radical leaders, states like Maharashtra, Punjab and Bengal became the frontrunners in shaping the aspirations of the people.

Answer 2

Answer: Functions before contesting elections-

i. Political parties contest elections.

ii. They provide a manifesto. The manifesto gives a list of activities that it is going to perform after the election in the interest of the people.

iii.  Parties try to persuade people to support their policies and programs.

Functions after contesting elections

i. After winning elections parties form and run the government.

ii. They shape public.

iii. They provide accesses to government machinery and welfare schemes.

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