Functions of the ruling parties:
(i) They play a major role in making laws for the country.
(ii) They form the government and run the country.
(iii) They recruit leaders, train them and then make ministers to run the government.
Functions of the opposition parties:
(i) They oppose the government by voicing different views.
(ii) They criticise government for its failure and wrong policies.
(iii) They mobilise opposition to the government.
