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Question
Distinguish between pressure groups and political parties by stating any one point of distinction.
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Solution
Differences between political parties and pressure groups:
- Unlike pressure groups which try to influence the government’s policies, political parties are groups of people which come together to contest elections and hold power in the government.
- While pressure groups tend to wield power, if any, without responsibilities, political parties aim at direct control or share of political power of the State.
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