Organisation of Political Parties

Political parties usually adopt different methods to achieve political power. It is this strategies or methods that provide parties with their organisation. Thus, the type of party organisation depends on the kind of methods they employ to realise their objectives. This implies that political parties create certain structures in order to capture political power.

Features of One-Party State

Single party system or One Party State may be defined as one in which only one legal and legitimate political party is constitutionally recognised in the country. No other party is recognised and can therefore not exist. The main features of one party state may be summarized as follows;