Politics

Politics refers to the activities, actions, and policies used to gain and hold power in government or to influence the governance of a state or community. It encompasses the processes through which groups of people make collective decisions, ranging from local governments to national administrations and international relations. Politics involves the analysis of political systems, political behavior, and the organization of power, as well as the negotiation and conflict inherent in societal order. It plays a critical role in shaping laws, societal norms, public policy, and the distribution of resources within societies. Political ideologies, party systems, and electoral processes are central components of the study of politics, affecting how power is attained and exercised.