Subject: Polity
Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth
Both influence policy but differ in approach. Interest groups primarily represent sectional interests (e.g., industry associations, labor unions) seeking favorable policies for their membership, while pressure groups may champion broader social causes (environment, consumer rights). In India, these groups often overlap, using lobbying, public campaigns, or litigation to shape decisions. The Constitution allows peaceful advocacy, but undisclosed funding and infiltration in political parties can corrupt policymaking. Understanding their tactics—strikes, media influences, petition drives—clarifies how civil society exerts checks on officialdom. Healthy democracies accommodate such lobbying if regulated, ensuring that policy outcomes reflect diverse stakeholder perspectives while preventing undue influence.
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