Bringing out the differences between political parties and pressure groups, discuss how pressure groups play an important role in improving governance and democratic processes in India.

Comparison table: Political Party | Pressure Group (1) Fight election | (1) Not involved in election (2) Run the government | (2) Persuade government for demands (3) Focus on whole citizens | (3) Focus on specific groups who formed SEWA, MISC Role of pressure group in governance: (1) Effective implementation of planned policy of government. Example: Assay Patra foundation in Mid-day meal scheme (2) Enforce accountability of government. Example: Social audit by MISC (3) Convey clear interest and mood to government. Example: Kisan Mahasabha in Agriculture Bill revolt (4) Ensure services of government which most vulnerable. Example: SEWA in women empowerment & last mile delivery (5) Ensuring social justice and last mile delivery (6) Pressure group play key role in democratic setup by raising voices of vulnerable sectors

— Pakshal · AIR 8