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Give a special feature that distinguishes a pressure group from a political party? (CBSE 2012)

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Distinguish between pressure groups and political parties by stating any one point of distinction. (CBSE 2016)


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Explain any one difference between a pressure group and a political party. (CBSE 2017)

Pressure groups do not compete in elections but political parties compete for share in power.

Note:

Pressure groups are formed when people with common interest and aspirations come together. They try to pressurize the government to take action but they do not compete in elections, unlike political parties.

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