The main objective of pressure groups is to

A.

protect the interest of the country against foreigners

B.

serve as opposition to the government

C.

promote the interest of political parties

D.

influence legislation for the benefit of their members

Correct answer is D

The aim of all pressure groups is to influence the people who actually have the power to make decisions. Pressure groups do not look for the power of political office for themselves, but do seek to influence the decisions made by those who do hold this political power.