The pluralist model is a view of society that posits that power is not concentrated in the hands of a single elite group but is rather distributed among many competing interest groups within the community, with various groups having access to governmental officials and the political process, ensuring that no single group is dominant or able to consistently impose its will on others. This model suggests that policy outcomes are the result of bargaining, compromise, and coalition-building among these diverse groups, each advocating for their own interests. Pluralism emphasises the role of voluntary associations, interest groups, and a relatively open political system in preventing the concentration of power and promoting a balance of influence among different segments of society. It contrasts with the elite model, which argues that a small, cohesive group holds the majority of power.