Why is power shared among different social groups? Explain.

Power may be shared among different groups such as the religious and linguistic groups.

(i) This type of arrangement is meant to give space in the government and administration to diverse social groups who otherwise would feel alienated from the government.

(ii) This method is used is used to give minority communities a fair share in power.

(iii) There are constitutional and legal arrangements to give representation to weaker section and women in the legislature and administration.

(iv) Power sharing reduces the chances of conflicts amongst different social groups.