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What was the change in the number of seats won by the Bharatiya Janata Party from 2009 to 2014?
What was the change in the number of seats won by the Bharatiya Janata Party from 2009 to 2014?
Which party was able to achieve clear majority according to the content?
Which party was able to achieve clear majority according to the content?
What is one of the main factors that leads to the development of regional consciousness?
What is one of the main factors that leads to the development of regional consciousness?
What might the coalition of PDP and BJP represent in the context of Indian politics?
What might the coalition of PDP and BJP represent in the context of Indian politics?
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Which of the following accurately describes the significance of the Anti Defection Law?
Which of the following accurately describes the significance of the Anti Defection Law?
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What major ideological stance does the Bharatiya Janata Party emphasize?
What major ideological stance does the Bharatiya Janata Party emphasize?
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Which party was formed in 1964 as a result of a split from the Communist Party of India?
Which party was formed in 1964 as a result of a split from the Communist Party of India?
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What was the primary objective of the Bahujan Samaj Party when it was established?
What was the primary objective of the Bahujan Samaj Party when it was established?
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Which political party was established as a result of a split in the Congress Party in 1999?
Which political party was established as a result of a split in the Congress Party in 1999?
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What is one of the primary positions held by the Communist Party of India (Marxist)?
What is one of the primary positions held by the Communist Party of India (Marxist)?
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Study Notes
Political Parties
- Political parties are a link connecting people, democracy, representation, and elections.
- Political parties compete to gain power through elections.
- The objective is to achieve power and form a government.
- Parties have ideologies and world-views on social issues, creating a "mass base" of support.
- Party agendas are based on their ideology, and they try to implement these when in power or gain public support.
- Political parties form governments and act as a link between the government and the people.
- Political parties operate in all democratic systems.
Characteristics of Political Parties
- Achieving power: Parties compete to gain power through elections. Competition should be fair.
- Pursue ideologies: Parties have specific policies and world-views on social issues. These together compose a party ideology.
- Party agenda: Parties create agendas based on their ideologies to implement when in power, and to gain public support when not in power.
- Establishing government: Winning a majority of elections allows a party to form the government. Parties without a majority become the opposition.
- Link between government and the people: Parties act as a communication channel to relay the demands and concerns of citizens to the government, and the government's policies to citizens.
National Parties
- The Election Commission of India has specific criteria for recognition as a national party.
- Parties either must win a certain percentage of votes in multiple states or elect a certain number of representatives in certain states.
- Indian National Congress was established in 1885.
- Communist Party of India was founded in 1925.
- Bharatiya Janata Party was founded in 1980.
Regional Parties
- Parties are specific to a region, reflecting the local identity and interests.
- Regional parties often focus on regional development and addressing regional issues, leading to demands for more autonomy.
- Regional parties gain popularity and power by prioritizing regional interests and objectives.
Regional Parties in Maharashtra
- Regional party performance has varied in previous elections.
- The parties have differing objectives in elections.
- Examples of regional parties in Maharashtra include Shiv Sena, Nationalist Congress Party, and others.
Social and Political Movements
- People who come together to advocate for particular social, economic, or political issues comprise social and political movements.
- These movements can advocate policy changes, address inequalities, and influence public opinion.
- Movements can be related to specific issues or broader social objectives.
- Movements may influence politics, policy, or public awareness.
- A specific issue or need, whether social justice or economic improvement, that drives a movement is important.
- Some movements are based on identity or region, which often reflect local or regional objectives and concerns.
- Movements may focus on a single or multiple issues.
- Cooperation between different organizations and movements can often bolster objectives.
- Important organizations and individuals in the leaderships and the movements frequently play crucial roles in pushing goals.
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This quiz explores the fundamental aspects of political parties, including their role in democracy, competition for power, and ideological foundations. Understand how political parties connect government and citizens through their agendas and policies. Dive into the characteristics that define how these parties operate and impact governance.
