Political party is an organised group of people having common ideology and its aim is to contest elections and Some to power.
Political parties are very important because :
(i) Parties frame their own policies in the form of manifestos which includes their vision on the basis of which they would establish governance in the country.
(ii) Existence of political parties in a representative democracy ensures that the country runs as per its policies and ideologies and has a responsible accountable government which is answerable to the people.
(iii) Parties give representation to diverse interests in the society, they give recognition to minorities, thus ensuring an all-round development of the country.
(iv) Parties help in forming and shaping public opinion. This educates the people politically and helps them spread awareness z