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Pressure Group vs Political Party
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- Pressure Groups & Formal/informal Associations & Their Role in Polity
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Pressure Group vs Political Party
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Basis for Comparison |
Pressure Group |
Political Party |
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Meaning |
Pressure Group, refers to the interest group that attempts to influence the government policy, for a definite objective. |
Political Party alludes to an organization of people that focuses on the acquisition and retention of power through collective efforts. |
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Aims at |
Exerting influence |
Acquiring power |
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Entity |
It is informal, conceited and unrecognized entity. |
It is formal, open and a recognized entity. |
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Membership |
Only persons of similar set of values, beliefs and status can join pressure group. |
People with similar political ideology can become members. |
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Elections |
They do not contest elections; they only support political parties. |
They contest elections and participate in the campaign. |
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Accountability |
They are not accountable to people. |
They are accountable to people. |
Conclusion
In a democratic nation like India, Pressure groups provide an informal means to meet and serve needs of different classes and sections of society. However, pursuit of illogical and unnecessary demands should not override affirmative action to ensure a vibrant and inclusive polity.
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