Types of pressure group - SS1 Government Lesson Note

There are several types of pressure groups, including:

·         Interest groups: These are groups that represent a specific interest or cause, such as environmental protection or civil rights.

·         Professional groups: These are groups made up of individuals who share a common profession or occupation, such as lawyers or doctors.

·         Business groups: These are groups that represent the interests of businesses, such as trade associations or chambers of commerce.

·         Public interest groups: These are groups that work to promote the common good or the public interest, such as organizations that advocate for consumer protection or government reform.

·         Ideological groups: These are groups that are based on a particular ideology or political belief, such as conservative or liberal groups.

·         Single-issue groups: These are groups that focus on a specific issue or topic, such as gun control or abortion rights.