Politics

Politics refers to the activities, actions, and policies used to gain and hold power in a government or to influence the government. It encompasses the processes of decision-making, the organization of social groups, and the relationships among individuals and entities as they pursue collective interests. Politics is concerned with the governance of a community, state, or nation, involving the creation, enforcement, and interpretation of laws and regulations. It also includes discussions about ideologies, party systems, political behaviors, and public administration. The term often implies the social dynamics of power, authority, conflict, and negotiation, reflecting the various means through which individuals and groups attempt to influence or control governance and political systems.