Question

what are merits and demerits of multi party system ​

Answer 1

Multiparty system: If several parties compete for power and more than two parties have a reasonable chance of coming to power either on their own strength or in alliance with others, we call it a multi-party system. Merits: (i) This system allows a variety of interests and opinions to enjoy political representation

Answer 2

MERITS

1.May promote electoral participation by opposing political forces.

2.May encourage voter participation.

3.Enhances electoral transparency.

4.Ensures political party input to the Electoral Management Body 's(EMB's) policy development.

5.Ensures links with critical electoral stakeholders.

6.Brings political experience to the management of electoral processes.

DEMERITS

1.Members' actions may be motivated by political interest.

2.May not have appropriate professional experience or qualifications.

3.May be unwieldy if all parties are represented,

4.May lack credibility if some parties are excluded or if political parties are not respected.

5.May find consensus decision-making difficult.

6.EMB unity may suffer due to public disputes between parties.