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@article{194771,
        author = {HARKANWAL SWARUP SHARMA},
        title = {Political Culture and its Influence on Government Policy},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {10},
        pages = {5447-5450},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=194771},
        abstract = {Political culture represents the deeply embedded beliefs, values, and attitudes that shape how citizens and leaders perceive government and political processes. This paper examines the multifaceted relationship between political culture and government policy formation, implementation, and outcomes. Through an analysis of theoretical frameworks and empirical evidence from various democratic systems, this study demonstrates that political culture serves as both a constraint and enabler of policy change. The research reveals that cultural values significantly influence policy preferences, electoral outcomes, and the feasibility of implementing specific governmental initiatives. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for policymakers, scholars, and citizens seeking to comprehend why certain policies succeed or fail across different political environments.},
        keywords = {political culture, government policy, democratic governance, policy implementation, cultural values},
        month = {March},
        }