Politics

Definition

Politics is the process by which groups of people make collective decisions on who gets what, when, where, how, and why. It involves the negotiation and application of power among individuals or groups to achieve certain goals within a society.

Related terms

Power:

The ability or capacity of individuals or groups to influence others' behavior or the course of events.

Policy: A course or principle of action adopted or proposed by an organization or individual, often within a political context.

Governance:

The processes and structures through which societies are organized and managed, encompassing formal institutions and informal arrangements