A common feature of a multi-party system is that government is formed by
-
A.
the major political party -
B.
all the registered political parties -
C.
a coalition of political parties -
D.
the party with the highest votes.
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation
A common feature of a multi-party system is that government is formed by a coalition of political parties.
When there are several political parties in a country, it then become difficult for one party to win a clear majority in parliament. The part that has won the scanty majority will be forced to form a coalition government with another part. e.g. NPN and NNP during the second Republic.