GREEN PARTIES AS A CONTEMPORARY POLITICAL PHENOMENON: ORIGINS, IDEOLOGICAL FOUNDATIONS, AND DEVELOPMENT PROSPECTS

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Abstract: This article examines Green parties as a distinctive political phenomenon of the post-industrial era. It explores the historical conditions that contributed to their emergence, the ideological principles that shape their political identity, and the patterns of their electoral development across different regions of the world. Particular attention is paid to the challenges Green parties face in contemporary political competition, including balancing environmental priorities with broader social, economic, and governance issues. The study demonstrates that Green parties have evolved beyond a narrow focus on environmental protection, offering a comprehensive post-materialist agenda that addresses sustainability, social justice, democratic participation, and quality of life. The article concludes that the long-term success and institutional development of Green parties largely depend on their ability to preserve their core values while adapting to the practical demands of parliamentary politics and government responsibility.