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Which of the following is NOT a function of a political party?

easy MCQ 1 mark Class 10 · Political Science · Political Parties
  1. Representing citizens' interests
  2. Forming the government after elections
  3. Legislating laws directly
  4. Promoting political awareness
Answer
Legislating laws directly

The correct answer is Legislating laws directly — Thus option C is the one that is NOT a function of a political party.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Identify the core functions of political parties – representing citizens, forming government, and promoting political awareness.
  2. Option A: 'Representing citizens' interests' – a primary function – correct.
  3. Option B: 'Forming the government after elections' – a primary function – correct.
  4. Option C: 'Legislating laws directly' – legislative power is exercised by parliament, not by a single party – incorrect.
  5. Option D: 'Promoting political awareness' – a primary function – correct.
  6. Thus option C is the one that is NOT a function of a political party.
Common mistake: Confusing party activities with legislative powers of the parliament

Concept tested: Functions of political parties

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