Question

. What are the functions of a Political Party?

Answer 1

The functions of political party are,

• They nominate candidates during elections.
• They campaign to obtain support for their candidates in the elections.
• They place objectives and programmes before the voters through their manifestos.
• Those securing the majority in elections form the government and enact and implement the policies.
• Those not in power form opposition and keep a constant check on the government.
• They form opposition when they are in minority in the legislature and constantly put pressure on the government for proper governance.
• They educate people and help in formulating and shaping public opinion.
• They articulate peoples’ demands and convey them to the government.
• They provide a linkage between people and governmental institutions.

Answer 2

Answer:

The functions performed by the political parties are:

They contest elections.

They introduce various policies and programmes for the people.

They play an important role in decision-making to legislate and execute.

These parties, when successful in elections, form and run the government

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