Politics

Politics refers to the activities, actions, and policies used to gain and hold power in a government or to influence the decisions of a government. It encompasses the processes by which groups of people make collective decisions, often involving compromise and negotiation to address public issues. Politics can occur on various levels, from local communities to global interactions, and can involve a range of actors including governments, political parties, interest groups, and citizens.

Political systems vary around the world and can be characterized by different ideologies, structures, and practices. The term also encompasses the study of political behavior, the analysis of political systems, and the examination of the influence of power, authority, and governance in society. Politics is often associated with concepts such as justice, rights, and equality, as it deals with the distribution of resources and the allocation of power within a society.