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A 'prudential' reason for power-sharing emphasises that:

AIt reduces conflict and brings political stability
BIt is the moral essence of any democracy
CIt guarantees the rule of the majority community
DIt eliminates regional and linguistic minorities
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. It reduces conflict and brings political stability
Prudential reasons are based on careful calculation of gains and losses. **The prudential case for power-sharing:** it reduces social conflict and brings political stability. Moral reasons (Option B) are a separate justification.
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