Question
How do pressure groups and movements exert influence on politics? Explain with examples.

Answer

Pressure groups and movements exert influence on politics in various ways:
  1. Pressure groups and movements try to gain public support and sympathy for their goals and activities.
  2. They often organise protest activities.
  3. Business groups often employ professional lobbyists.
  4. The pressure groups are either formed or led by the leaders and political parties.
  5. Sometimes political parties grow out of movements.
  6. In most cases, the relationship between parties and pressure groups is not so direct.

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