What is a political party

Political Parties (10)

What is a political party ? Explain any four characteristics of a political party.

Answer

A political party is a group of people who come together to contest elections and hold power in the government. They agree on some policies and programmes for the society with a view to promote the collective good.

Characteristics of political party:

  1. Contest elections
  2. They have their own programmes, policies and ideology
  3. Political parties play a decisive role in making laws
  4. Political parties form and run governments
  5. Play important role of opposition
  6. Parties shape public opinion
  • Exam Year: 2019