What is a political party?

(A) an organization that seeks to elect officeholders under a given label

(B) a group that represents a narrower range of policy interests than an interest group

(C) a special type of interest group

(D) any group that opposes those who hold political power

(B) a group that represents a narrower range of policy interests than an interest group

Explanation:

A political party is an organization that brings together people who are bound by common political principles and ideas. These principles are called ideology. It is a form of representation of political power that is guided by the political and social values of a group. In other words, a political party is a group that represents a narrower range of political interests than an interest group.

In addition to representing a form of political thinking, parties are formed to ensure democratic access to political office and to ensure that the system of representative democracy is respected. Representative democracy is the form of political exercise in which citizens vote for politicians who will be their representatives.