Question

functions of political party

Answer 1

• 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; and
• they provide a linkage between people and governmental institutions.