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What are the different forms of power sharing in modern democracies? Give an example of each of these.

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Different forms of power sharing in modern democracies:

Horizontal division of power: It is the sharing of power among the different organs of government. The division of government into the executive, the legislature and the judiciary is an example of horizontal division of power. Each organ checks the others, thereby putting in place a system of checks and balances.

Vertical division of power: It is the sharing of power among governments at different levels — a general government for the entire country and governments at the provincial or regional level. For example, in India, the power division between central and state government.

Division of power among social groups: Power can also be shared among different groups which differ socially. The system of reserved constituencies in India is another example.

Division of power between political parties, pressure groups and movements: Political parties are the organisations which aim to control power by contesting elections. Pressure groups and movements also share governmental power, either through participation in governmental committees or by influencing the decision-making process.


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