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Which challenges do you feel are being faced by political parties in India?

Which challenges do you feel are being faced by political parties in India?

The three challenges faced by political parties in India are: (i) Lack of internal democracy. (iii) Growing role of money and muscle power. (iv) Often parties do not seem to offer a meaningful choice to the voters.

Why political science is a science?

Political Science: a social science In other words, political science is a social science. It is a science because a political scientist thinks critically and a political scientist tests and improves explanations, ideas, theories and rules over and over again – including the rules for conducting good research.

Is it possible to become a politician in India?

The Constitution of India doesn’t discriminate in any manner while giving equal political rights to all legitimate citizens of India. Hence, every citizen of this country is eligible to make a career as an Indian politician as long as they comply with rules and regulations of the Election Commission of India.

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How do I start learning about Indian politics and politics?

Start by reading, watching and listening to political news and current affairs in newspapers, magazines, radio and TV. This will help you understand a lot about the Indian government’s functioning, the role of the Opposition, India’s foreign relations and their effects on this country as well as upcoming laws, rules and regulations.

Can a student join a political party in India?

Under Indian laws, they can’t operate in secondary schools or register members below 18 years age. Hence, you’ll have to await your 18 th birthday to join ABVP, NSUI or other student wings of Indian politician parties. There are several advantages of joining student’s wings of a political party.

How many political parties are there in India?

There are several active political parties in India. The main political parties currently are Bharatiya Janata Party ( BJP ), which is in power since 2014 and Indian National Congress ( INC) that ruled India for decades after independence in 1947.