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 – a coalition of political parties

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.