How should a political party resolve its internal differences ? Here are some suggestions. Think of each and list out their advantages and shortcomings.

(a) Follow the footsteps of the party president

(b) Listen to the majority group

(c) Secret ballot voting on every issue

(d) Consult the senior and experienced leaders of the party

(a) Follow the footsteps of the party president :

(i) Advantages :Unity in the party due to lack of differences between the party and the government.

(ii) Disadvantages : May lead to dictatorship of the president in the party.

(b) Listen to the majority group :

(i) Advantages :Sense of participation by all members may lead to more unity in the party.

(ii) Disadvantages : May lead to delay in the decision making process.

(c) Secret ballot voting on every issue :

(i) Advantages : It may reduce tension in the party.
(ii) Disadvantages : It will delay in the decision making process.

(d) Consult the senior and experienced leaders of the party :

(i) Advantages :It may lead to more cooperation and unity between old and young members in the party.

(ii) Disadvantages : Increase in the influence and control of the senior leaders and reduction in the importance of workers/ordinary members.