Question 32
Political Parties and Party SystemsWhich of the following is not a function of a party secretariat?
- A.Electing the leader of the party
- B.Organizing party conferences
- C.Publishing the party's manifesto
- D.Planning party strategy to win election
- E.Handling publicity for the party
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A (Electing the leader of the party)
Explanation
The party leader is elected by the party convention or members, not by the secretariat, which is the administrative office.