Describe functions of political party

Describe any five functions of political party.

Answer

Functions of Political Party:

  1. Parties contest elections.
  2. Parties put forward different policies and programmes.
  3. Parties lay a decisive role in making laws.
  4. Parties form and run governments.
  5. They shape public opinion.
  6. Play the role of opposition.
  7. Access to government machinery and welfare schemes.