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What is a political party primarily formed to do?

1

Promote individual interests

2

Contest elections and hold power

3

Create social divides

4

Enforce laws independently

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Answer

B. Contest elections and hold power

Solution:

Political parties are formed to contest elections and hold power in government, promoting collective interests rather than individual ones. The other options do not accurately describe the primary role of political parties.

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