What is a political party?
Was ist eine Partei?
Correct answer: B
- A an association of people from the same town or villageein Zusammenschluss von Menschen aus der gleichen Stadt oder dem gleichen Dorf
- B an association of people with similar political goalsein Zusammenschluss von Menschen mit ähnlichen politischen Zielen
- C an association of people with different world viewsein Zusammenschluss von Menschen mit unterschiedlichen Weltanschauungen
- D an association of National Councillors or Councillors of States in order to reach a majorityein Zusammenschluss von Nationalräten oder Ständeräten, um die Mehrheit zu erreichen
Why
A party brings together people who think similarly about politics and want to reach their goals together.
Common mistakes
- A: an association of people from the same town or village
- The place of residence is not what matters. A party is connected by shared political goals.
- C: an association of people with different world views
- A party needs shared goals. People with completely different world views do not form a party.
- D: an association of National Councillors or Councillors of States in order to reach a majority
- Most party members are not members of Parliament. Anyone can become a member.
Topic
A political party is an association of people with similar political goals. They join together to reach these goals together. Parties deal, for example, with the economy, social issues or the environment. Anyone can join a party. You do not have to be a member of parliament to do so.
Having a say: rights and obligations
Parties, associations and media
Sources
Last checked: September 2026
Question 11 of the official question list of the Canton of Zurich (Gemeindeamt, May 2025). Translation and explanation: Swiss Passport.