Lack of resources

Government apathy

Public skepticism

Strong internal organization

Limits their ability to conduct research and gather evidence

Hinders their efforts to mobilize public support

Restricts their access to decision-makers

All of the above

The perception that pressure groups represent narrow interests

The belief that pressure groups undermine the government's authority

The fear that pressure groups may challenge the government's legitimacy

All of the above

Perceived lack of transparency and accountability

Concerns about the influence of vested interests

Belief that pressure groups are elitist and out of touch with the masses

All of the above

The existence of multiple pressure groups representing similar interests

The lack of coordination and cooperation among pressure groups

The tendency of pressure groups to focus on narrow issues rather than broader societal concerns

All of the above

The government providing financial support to pressure groups

The government appointing members of pressure groups to government bodies

The government adopting policies that align with the interests of pressure groups

All of the above

Leads to the arrest and prosecution of pressure group members

Discourages people from joining pressure groups

Damages the reputation of pressure groups

All of the above

Do not have a legal identity or status

Cannot enter into contracts or own property

Are not eligible for government funding

All of the above

The promotion of narrow interests over broader societal concerns

The manipulation of public opinion and policy-making processes

The marginalization of genuine grassroots movements

All of the above

The exclusion of marginalized and underrepresented groups

The dominance of certain social, economic, or political interests

The inability to address a wide range of societal issues

All of the above

Increasing the complexity and interconnectedness of policy issues

Requiring pressure groups to adapt to new forms of communication and mobilization

Demanding greater transparency and accountability from pressure groups

All of the above

Providing new platforms for mobilization and communication

Enabling pressure groups to reach a wider audience

Facilitating collaboration and networking among pressure groups

All of the above

Requiring them to address global concerns in addition to local issues

Increasing competition for resources and attention

Demanding greater coordination and collaboration with international pressure groups

All of the above

Making it more difficult to build consensus and support for policy changes

Intensifying conflicts and divisions within pressure groups

Limiting the ability of pressure groups to influence decision-makers

All of the above

Reforming laws and regulations governing pressure groups

Promoting transparency and accountability within pressure groups

Encouraging diversity and inclusivity in pressure groups

All of the above