Discuss the merits and demerits of two-party system and multi-party system.

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Suggest any five effective measures to reform political parties.

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What are the main functions of a political party?

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Mention the features of Congress party in India?

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What is the necessity of political parties in a democratic set-up?  Explain any three points.

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'Modern democracies cannot exist without political parties.'  Examine the statement.

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Differentiate between national and regional parties.

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Name the national political party which espouses secularism and welfare of weaker section and minorities.  Mention any four features of that party.

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Examine the advantages and disadvantage of two-party system.

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Suggest any five effective measures to reform political parties.

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