To represent the interests of specific social groups.

To mobilize voters and influence election outcomes.

To provide a platform for political debate and discussion.

To ensure the smooth functioning of government.

The candidate's personal qualities and charisma.

The party's platform and policy positions.

The current political and economic climate.

The voter's social and demographic characteristics.

By providing transportation and other resources to voters.

By engaging in door-to-door canvassing and voter mobilization efforts.

By conducting voter education campaigns and informing voters about candidates and issues.

All of the above.

They provide voters with a clear understanding of the party's stance on various issues.

They help voters differentiate between the candidates and parties.

They influence the media's coverage of the election and the candidates.

All of the above.

By conducting primary elections or caucuses to select candidates.

By recruiting and endorsing candidates who align with the party's platform and values.

By providing financial and organizational support to their candidates.

All of the above.

It leads to increased voter turnout as people are more motivated to vote against the opposing party.

It makes it more difficult for voters to find candidates who represent their views.

It increases the likelihood of gridlock and inaction in government.

All of the above.

By disseminating information and shaping the narrative through party-aligned media outlets.

By mobilizing their supporters to engage in public discourse and advocacy.

By influencing the content of school curricula and textbooks.

All of the above.

They can draw votes away from major party candidates, potentially affecting the outcome of elections.

They can raise awareness of issues that are not being addressed by the major parties.

They can provide voters with alternative choices and perspectives.

All of the above.

By providing a framework for organizing and coordinating the activities of elected officials.

By facilitating the formation of coalitions and alliances between different groups.

By providing a mechanism for holding elected officials accountable for their actions.

All of the above.

They prioritize and promote certain issues and policies over others.

They influence the allocation of resources and funding for various programs and initiatives.

They negotiate and compromise with other parties to reach consensus on policy decisions.

All of the above.