Question 19
Political Parties and Party SystemsThe major distinguishing factor between a political party and a pressure group is that while the former
- A.is effectively organized, the latter is not
- B.engages in propaganda, the latter does not
- C.seeks power, the latter influences it
- D.does not form a government, the latter does
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (seeks power, the latter influences it)
Explanation
A political party tries to win elections and form the government. A pressure group only tries to influence those in power.