The question (13 marks)
What is a political party? Discuss the functions of political parties and the features of the party system in India, and examine whether a partyless democracy is a workable alternative. (13 marks)
MU Module IV, political parties in India; pack ch. 04 sections 2.1-2.6.
Plan your answer on paper before you look at the authorities — issue first, then the rule, then apply it to these facts.
It tests Unit 4 · Indian Democracy at Work of Political Science – II.
Authorities you will need
- The Tenth Schedule of the Constitution of India and the anti-defection provisions
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