Question

Out of these, one function of a political party is not mentioned correctly. Identify the wrong function.

• A. Parties contest elections
• B. Parties do not shape public opinion
• C. Parties put forward different policies and programmes
• D. Parties play a decisive role in making laws for the country

Answer 1

The correct option is B Parties do not shape public opinion

The functions of a political party are as follows:

• Parties contest elections.
  
• Parties put forward different policies and programmes.
  
• Parties play a decisive role in making laws for a country.
  
• Parties form and run governments.
  
• Parties play the role of opposition.
  
• Parties shape public opinion.
  
• Parties provide people access to government machinery and welfare schemes.