Parties are the foundations of democracy: prominent leaders are elected as rulers; leaders are chosen to serve the people; and parties represent fundamental political divisions in a society.
The organisation has three components: 1. the leaders, 2. the active members 3. The adherents.
Parties run for office, propose policies and programs, and pass legislation. They also establish and manage governments, shape public opinion.
We cannot imagine democracy without political parties and their responsibilities - elected officials are liable, accountable, and legitimate to the needs of the people.
There are no restrictions - 750 parties have filed for recognition with the Election Commission of India - there are national and regional parties.The group can be formed by anyone -
Parties provide voters with an appropriate selection of candidates - One-party rule is bad for democracy - China has a one-party rule.
The United States of America and the United Kingdom have a two-party system, whereas India has a multi-party system.
However, when a party's authority is concentrated in the hands of one or a few ministers, it opens the door to internal squabbles.
The party's leader creates a lineage, and a dynastic succession follows, affecting the chances of other ministers in the party obtaining an effective position within the party.
A political party can adopt internal conflict resolution provisions while also ensuring other reforms.