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Jammu & Kashmir Board · Class 10 · Social Science

What Political Parties covers in Jammu & Kashmir Board Class 10 Social Science: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session.

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4 Topics · Jammu & Kashmir Board Class 10 Social Science · 2026-27

Topics in Political Parties

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1. Meaning and Need of Political Parties

  • A political party is a group of people who come together to contest elections and hold power in the government.
  • A political party has three components: leaders, active members, and followers.
  • Political parties are among the most visible institutions in a democracy.
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2. Functions of Political Parties

  • Parties contest elections by selecting candidates and seeking public support.
  • Parties put forward different policies and programmes so voters can choose among alternatives.
  • Parties play a decisive role in making laws because most legislators belong to parties and follow party direction.
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3. Party Systems in Democracies

  • A party system means the number of major parties and the way they work together in a country.
  • China has a one-party system.
  • USA and UK have two-party systems.
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4. National Parties, State Parties, and Recognition

  • India has more than 750 registered parties.
  • Every party must register with the Election Commission of India.
  • The Election Commission gives special recognition to some parties based on vote and seat criteria.

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What are the important topics in Political Parties for Jammu & Kashmir Board Class 10 Social Science?
Key topics in Political Parties include Meaning and Need of Political Parties, Functions of Political Parties, Party Systems in Democracies, National Parties, State Parties, and Recognition. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the Jammu & Kashmir Board Class 10 board exam.
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Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 52 practice questions on Political Parties. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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