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state the varoius functions political parties perform in a democracy ? |
The major functions performed by political parties are : • The party or parties with majority seats form and run the government. • They contest elections and put forward different policies and programmes among which the voters opt. • They play a decisive role in law making for the country. • They also play an important role as opposition parties. • They play an important role in shaping public opinion. • They provide people access to government machinery and welfare schemes. |