Advantages and Disadvantages of pressure groups for democracy?

Evaluation

Arguably, pressure groups are good for democracy as they allow for more political participation due to the diversity of methods used by pressure groups. A higher level of political participation is good for democracy as it leads to a higher level of legitimacy. On the other hand, pressure groups hinder democracy as it can allow for a minority view to have an effect on a policy that may affect everyone which could lead to apathy towards the political system.