Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a dominant-party regime? A) Opposition parties are effectively silenced. B) The ruling party is dominant, ensuring little competit... Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a dominant-party regime? A) Opposition parties are effectively silenced. B) The ruling party is dominant, ensuring little competition. C) The dominant party controls most levers of power. D) Free and fair elections are regularly held.
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The question is asking to identify which option among the provided ones does not belong to the characteristics commonly associated with a dominant-party regime. This involves understanding the features that define such regimes and recognizing which option contradicts those features.
Answer
Free and fair elections are regularly held.
Free and fair elections are regularly held is NOT a characteristic of a dominant-party regime.
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Free and fair elections are regularly held is NOT a characteristic of a dominant-party regime.
More Information
Dominant-party regimes often suppress opposition parties and control power, making elections not truly free and fair. They ensure dominance through various mechanisms, reducing genuine political competition.
Tips
A common mistake is assuming that dominant-party systems allow for regular free and fair elections, but such elections are often manipulated.
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