The Impact of Pressure Groups on Democracy (AQA A-Level Politics): Quizzes
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What does pluralism suggest about democratic politics?
What does pluralism suggest about democratic politics?
Multiple groups compete on level field
What is the main elitist argument about pressure groups?
What is the main elitist argument about pressure groups?
They fundamentally weaken democracy
How many people attended the Stop the War Coalition's 2003 London march?
How many people attended the Stop the War Coalition's 2003 London march?
Approximately 1 million
What concern exists about insider groups claiming expertise?
What concern exists about insider groups claiming expertise?
They argue for their own interests
How do pressure groups enhance representation between elections?
How do pressure groups enhance representation between elections?
Through continuous lobbying/campaigning
What are 'chequebook members'?
What are 'chequebook members'?
Those joining for benefits not conviction
What do pressure groups lack compared to MPs and councillors?
What do pressure groups lack compared to MPs and councillors?
A direct democratic mandate from voters
What are the three key dimensions of pressure groups' impact on democracy?
What are the three key dimensions of pressure groups' impact on democracy?
Representation, participation, accountability
How has social media supported the pluralist viewpoint?
How has social media supported the pluralist viewpoint?
Enables low-resource groups to reach audiences
What did the BMA's strike action demonstrate?
What did the BMA's strike action demonstrate?
Even insider groups' lobbying can fail