APFIVE Which of the following is an inherent challenge of multi-party systems, as described in the passage?
“Multi-party systems offer a vibrant array of political choices, but they also present significant challenges to stable governance. The presence of numerous parties can lead to fragmented legislatures and complex coalition politics. These arrangements require continuous negotiation and compromise among diverse interest groups. As a result, policy formulation can become slow and contentious. The dynamic nature of multi-party competition reflects both the richness and the potential instability of democratic systems. This duality remains a central topic of scholarly inquiry into modern governance.”
- Fareed Zakaria, The Future of Freedom, 2003
They result in a binary political choice that constrains diversity.
They may lead to fragmented legislatures and unstable coalition governments.
They automatically yield superior policy-making processes compared to other systems.
They force the elimination of minor political voices to streamline governance.
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