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Factors Influencing Political Alliances

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Which of the following is NOT a factor influencing political alliances?

  1. Geographical proximity

  2. Economic interests

  3. Ideological differences

  4. Historical ties


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Ideological differences are not a factor influencing political alliances, as parties with different ideologies can still form alliances for strategic reasons.

What is the primary objective of political alliances?

  1. To increase the chances of winning elections

  2. To implement specific policies

  3. To promote national unity

  4. To strengthen the economy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary objective of political alliances is to increase the chances of winning elections by combining the resources and support of different parties.

Which of the following is an example of a regional political alliance?

  1. National Democratic Alliance

  2. United Progressive Alliance

  3. Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam

  4. All India Trinamool Congress


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam is an example of a regional political alliance, as it is primarily active in the state of Tamil Nadu.

What is the main factor that determines the duration of a political alliance?

  1. The terms of the alliance agreement

  2. The political climate

  3. The performance of the alliance government

  4. The personal relationships between the alliance leaders


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The duration of a political alliance is primarily determined by the political climate, as changes in the political landscape can lead to the dissolution of the alliance.

Which of the following is NOT a common type of political alliance?

  1. Electoral alliance

  2. Legislative alliance

  3. Executive alliance

  4. Judicial alliance


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Judicial alliance is not a common type of political alliance, as the judiciary is typically independent of political parties.

What is the term used to describe a political alliance between two or more parties that have similar ideologies?

  1. Ideological alliance

  2. Programmatic alliance

  3. Electoral alliance

  4. Strategic alliance


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

An ideological alliance is a political alliance between two or more parties that have similar ideologies.

Which of the following is NOT a factor that can lead to the breakdown of a political alliance?

  1. Changes in the political climate

  2. Policy disagreements

  3. Personal conflicts between alliance leaders

  4. Economic crises


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Economic crises are not typically a factor that can lead to the breakdown of a political alliance.

What is the term used to describe a political alliance between two or more parties that have different ideologies?

  1. Ideological alliance

  2. Programmatic alliance

  3. Electoral alliance

  4. Strategic alliance


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A strategic alliance is a political alliance between two or more parties that have different ideologies, but come together for strategic reasons.

Which of the following is NOT a common type of political alliance in India?

  1. National alliance

  2. Regional alliance

  3. State alliance

  4. Local alliance


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

State alliance is not a common type of political alliance in India, as alliances are typically formed at the national or regional level.

What is the term used to describe a political alliance between two or more parties that have similar policy goals?

  1. Ideological alliance

  2. Programmatic alliance

  3. Electoral alliance

  4. Strategic alliance


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

A programmatic alliance is a political alliance between two or more parties that have similar policy goals.

Which of the following is an example of a national political alliance?

  1. National Democratic Alliance

  2. United Progressive Alliance

  3. Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam

  4. All India Trinamool Congress


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Democratic Alliance is an example of a national political alliance, as it is active in multiple states across India.

What is the main factor that determines the strength of a political alliance?

  1. The number of parties in the alliance

  2. The size of the parties in the alliance

  3. The ideological compatibility of the parties in the alliance

  4. The personal relationships between the alliance leaders


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The strength of a political alliance is primarily determined by the ideological compatibility of the parties in the alliance.

Which of the following is NOT a common type of political alliance in the United States?

  1. Two-party system

  2. Multi-party system

  3. Coalition government

  4. Presidential system


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Presidential system is not a type of political alliance, but rather a system of government.

What is the term used to describe a political alliance between two or more parties that is formed for the purpose of winning an election?

  1. Ideological alliance

  2. Programmatic alliance

  3. Electoral alliance

  4. Strategic alliance


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

An electoral alliance is a political alliance between two or more parties that is formed for the purpose of winning an election.

Which of the following is NOT a factor that can lead to the formation of a political alliance?

  1. Common enemies

  2. Shared values

  3. Economic interests

  4. Geographical proximity


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Geographical proximity is not typically a factor that can lead to the formation of a political alliance.

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