Importance of Political Parties in Democracy
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What is a characteristic of a partisan?

  • Strong commitment to a party, group, or faction (correct)
  • Balanced view on issues
  • Tendency to take a neutral standpoint
  • Ability to remain unaligned with any political group

What is the main objective of political parties during elections?

  • To convince people why their policies are better (correct)
  • To avoid engaging in any campaign activities
  • To create amazing graffiti on walls
  • To refrain from seeking popular support

What is a fundamental aspect of political parties in society?

  • Promoting non-partisanship
  • Avoiding political involvement
  • Reflecting political divisions in society (correct)
  • Creating unity and harmony in society

What does a political party primarily do when in power?

<p>Fill political offices and exercise political power (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do political parties select their candidates for elections in some countries like the USA?

<p>By members and supporters of the party (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common function of political parties in most democracies?

<p>Contesting in elections (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do political parties influence policy-making?

<p>By being involved in formulating and implementing policies (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of members and supporters choosing candidates for election?

<p>Ensures fair representation of diverse opinions within the party (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the role of political parties in a society?

<p>To provide a platform for peaceful exchange of ideas and policies (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do political parties essentially aim to do during elections?

<p>Seek to win popular support through elections based on their policies (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of political parties mentioned in the text?

<p>Promote division among citizens (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do political parties tend to be the most visible institutions in a democracy?

<p>To contest elections and hold power in government (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the ban on wall writing by political parties during elections suggest?

<p>Parties must find alternative ways to campaign (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do some citizens tend to blame political parties?

<p>For everything wrong with the country's democracy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common misconception about the ban on wall writing by political parties during elections?

<p>It implies an increase in freedom of expression (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are political parties identified in the text?

<p>As contributors to social and political divisions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary reason behind the ban on wall writing by political parties during elections?

<p>To ensure better regulation of election campaigns (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do political parties lead to partitions in society according to the text?

<p>Because it is their real function (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of political parties' visibility discussed?

<p>The active participation in election contests (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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