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What is a political party?
What is a political party?
- A group of people who agree on policies and programs for the society
- A group of people who reflect fundamental political divisions in a society
- A group of people who contest elections and hold power in the government (correct)
- A group of people who fill political offices and exercise political power
What is one of the functions of political parties?
What is one of the functions of political parties?
- Implementing policies without elections
- Appointing government officials without public support
- Exercising power without public consent
- Contesting elections (correct)
What are the components of a political party?
What are the components of a political party?
- The leaders, the active members, and the followers (correct)
- The politicians, the activists, and the lobbyists
- The government officials, the supporters, and the voters
- The candidates, the donors, and the volunteers
Why have parties become identified with social and political divisions?
Why have parties become identified with social and political divisions?
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Why are political parties considered one of the most visible institutions in a democracy?
Why are political parties considered one of the most visible institutions in a democracy?
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