Question

What is a pressure group? Give an example.(Delhi - 2013)

Answer 1

Answer:

pressure group are the organisation that attempts to influence government policies. ex:farmers organisation

Answer 2

Explanation:

A pressure group is an organisation which attempts to influence government policies through protests and demonstrations. Pressure groups are formed when people with similar opinions get together for similar objectives.

A pressure group can be described as an organised group that does not put up candidates for election, but seeks to influence government policy or legislation. They can also be described as 'interest groups', 'lobby groups' or 'protest groups'.