Why do we need political parties? Explain.
The reasons:
(i) Existence of political parties in a representative democracy ensures that the country runs as per its policies and ideologies and has a responsive and accountable government that is answerable to the people.
(ii) Without political parties, candidates elected will be independent, will be accountable to their constituency for what they do in the locality.
(iii) Political parties are required so that a country is governed as per set ideologies and will be responsible for how the country will be run.
If all the decisions of a political party are made by a single family and all other members are neglected, than what challenge is being faced by that party?
Which one among the following countries has a two-party system?
a) United Kingdom
b) China
c) Indo-China
d) Japan
Lack of internal democracy within parties is the major challenge to political parties all over the world. Analyse the statement.
What is a multi-party system? Why has India adopted a multiparty system? Explain.
