Question

How does party system evolves?

Answer 1

The party system of India has evolved from a political centre, which was carved out during the nationalist movement. This centre was comprised of the educated, urban, upper-caste elite. The institutional manifestation of this centre was Indian National Congress established on 29 December 1885 in Bombay by A O Hume. It was congress which formed the indigenous base for political system in the country. It not only accommodated all political groups of importance but also provided a crucial space for political negotiations and bargaining.