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A coalition government is formed when multiple political parties cooperate to establish a government, typically due to no single party achieving a clear majority in the legislature. This arrangement often requires compromise and negotiation among the parties to create a stable governance structure and agree on a shared policy agenda.
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Political pluralism is a framework that acknowledges and encourages the coexistence of diverse political ideologies and interests within a society, promoting a healthy democratic process through dialogue and compromise. It is essential for preventing the dominance of a single group, thereby safeguarding individual freedoms and fostering social stability.
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An electoral system is the method by which votes are translated into seats in a legislative body, influencing political representation and governance. Different systems, such as first-past-the-post or proportional representation, can significantly affect the political landscape and voter behavior.
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Proportional Representation is an electoral system designed to allocate seats in a legislature in proportion to the votes each party receives, ensuring minority groups have representation commensurate with their support. This system contrasts with majoritarian systems, aiming to create a more accurate reflection of the electorate's preferences and often resulting in multi-party coalitions.
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A majoritarian system is an electoral system in which the candidate or party that receives the majority of votes wins, often leading to a winner-takes-all outcome. This system tends to favor larger political parties and can result in a lack of proportional representation for smaller parties or minority groups.
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A party system refers to the way political parties are structured and operate within a political system, influencing governance and policy-making. It shapes electoral competition, voter alignment, and the overall political landscape of a nation, often categorized into systems like one-party, two-party, or multi-party systems.
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Political competition refers to the rivalry between political parties or candidates to gain control of government positions and influence policy decisions. It is a fundamental aspect of democratic systems, fostering accountability, policy innovation, and representation of diverse interests within society.
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Government stability refers to the endurance and consistency of a governing body in maintaining its authority, implementing policies, and providing public services without frequent disruptions or changes. It is crucial for fostering economic growth, political continuity, and social order, as instability can lead to uncertainty and conflict.
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Party fragmentation refers to the division of political power among multiple parties, leading to a more dispersed and often unstable political landscape. This phenomenon can complicate governance and policy-making, as it may require coalition-building and compromise among diverse political entities to achieve a majority consensus.
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Democratic governance is a system of political leadership where decision-making power is distributed among elected representatives, ensuring accountability, transparency, and participation of citizens in the political process. It emphasizes the rule of law, protection of human rights, and the equitable distribution of resources to foster social justice and sustainable development.
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Party systems refer to the structured pattern of political parties operating within a political system, influencing how governments are formed and how policies are made. They are characterized by the number of parties, their relative strengths, and their interactions, shaping political competition and voter alignment.
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Coalition politics involves the collaboration of multiple political parties or groups to form a government or achieve a common goal, often seen in multi-party systems where no single party has a majority. This approach requires negotiation, compromise, and shared decision-making, which can lead to both increased stability and potential conflicts among coalition members.
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