Title Political science Question No 09 what are political parties. expalin their role and duties. also explain merits and demerits of Multi party Sytem..pdf ✅

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Political parties are organized groups of people who share similar beliefs and goals regarding governance. 3. DEFINITION OF POLITICAL PARTIES: ❖ Philip Norton: “A group of persons try to seek political power by collective action.” 4. KINDS OF POLITICAL PARTIES: Here are five different types of political parties. ✓ Conservative Party: Conservative parties generally advocate for maintaining traditional values and social institutions. They prioritize limited government intervention in the economy, individual freedom, and personal responsibility. ✓ Liberal Party: Liberal parties typically support progressive policies and social change. They advocate for individual rights, equality, social justice. ✓ Socialist Party: Socialist parties advocate for a more equitable distribution of wealth and resources. They promote social ownership of key industries, strong social safety nets, and government intervention in the economy to address inequalities. ✓ Populist Party: Populist parties appeal to the interests and concerns of ordinary people. They often position themselves against the established political elite and promote policies that aim to give more power to the general population. 5. ROLE OF POLITICAL PARTIES: We can discuss the role of political parties under following heads.
✓ Representation of Interests: Political parties play a crucial role in representing the diverse interests of citizens. ✓ Facilitating Democratic Process: Political parties are essential for the functioning of a democratic system. ✓ Formulating and Promoting Policies: Political parties develop policy proposals and platforms based on their ideological positions. They help shape public opinion. ✓ Organizing and Mobilizing Support: Political parties serve as a mechanism to mobilize supporters and build coalitions. ✓ Holding the Government Accountable: Political parties act as watchdogs, ensuring that the government remains accountable to the people. 6. DUTIES OF POLITICAL PARTIES: Here is some duties of political parties. I. Representing the People: Political parties have the duty to represent the interests and concerns of the people they aim to serve. They listen to the needs of individuals and communities. II. Formulating Policies: Political parties develop and propose policies that reflect their ideology and vision for the country or region they operate in. These policies cover various areas such as education, healthcare, economy, and social issues. III. Contesting Elections:
One of the primary duties of political parties is to participate in elections. They nominate candidates who align with their values and principles to run for public office. IV. Government Formation: Political parties play a crucial role in the formation of government. After elections, parties that secure a majority or form a coalition negotiate to establish a government. V. Overseeing the Government: Political parties act as a check on the government's actions and policies. They monitor the performance of elected officials, hold them accountable, and provide constructive criticism when necessary. 7. POLITICAL PARTY SYSTEM IN PAKISTAN: The political party system in Pakistan is multi-party, with major parties including the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), and Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP). 8. MERITS OF MULTY PARTY SYSTEM: Here are some merits of Multi party, system. I. Representation: A multi-party system allows for a broader representation of diverse interests and viewpoints within society. II. Checks and balances: Multiple parties create a system of checks and balances, as each party acts as a watchdog over the others. III. Flexibility: Multi-party systems provide flexibility in governance, as they allow for the formation of coalitions and alliances between parties to achieve consensus and form stable governments. IV. Voter choice: