Functions and Categories of Pressure Groups (AQA A-Level Politics): Quizzes
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What distinguishes pressure groups from political parties?
What distinguishes pressure groups from political parties?
They seek to influence power, not hold it
What is the primary goal shared by all pressure groups?
What is the primary goal shared by all pressure groups?
Shaping government policy
What are interest groups also called?
What are interest groups also called?
Sectional groups
What is 'policy entrapment' for insider groups?
What is 'policy entrapment' for insider groups?
Becoming too close to govt & losing freedom
Which Act did SANDS successfully lobby for in 1992?
Which Act did SANDS successfully lobby for in 1992?
Still-Birth (Definition) Act
How much did Unite donate to Labour in Q4 2019?
How much did Unite donate to Labour in Q4 2019?
Over £4 million
What does 'direct action' refer to in pressure group campaigning?
What does 'direct action' refer to in pressure group campaigning?
Tactics using direct power to advance aims
Which groups are outsiders by choice to retain independence?
Which groups are outsiders by choice to retain independence?
Liberty and Amnesty International
What does 'holacratic' mean for Extinction Rebellion?
What does 'holacratic' mean for Extinction Rebellion?
Flat structure rejecting hierarchy
What did the Gurkha Justice Campaign achieve in 2009?
What did the Gurkha Justice Campaign achieve in 2009?
Settlement rights for all Gurkhas