Antalya MP's in Turkish Multi Party Period

Abstract

In this study, the deputies who play a vital role in the power structure of society are chosen as the research subjects. The political elites have a different and important place among the elite groups. The deputies form one of the most basic elements of the political elite. They play the strategic roles within the decision-making process and the structure of society. Antalya deputies, along with the lawmakers from the other provinces, form the most important part of the Turkish political elite. This study was designed to find general characteristics of Antalya MP?s in Multi Party Period (Since 1946 up to Date). On the final stage the place of Antalya MP's in Turkish political elites will be examined. Social background peculiarities (gender, age, education, occupation, family size) were used to achieve the objectives. Documentary and historical research techniques were applied in the paper. An original data set was produced for analysis from the official publications and records and publications of the Turkish Grand National Assembly which is the main legislative organ in Turkey. The data set was analysed by using SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences). Findings clearly show that some social groups have been over representing, the others have been under represented amongst Antalya MP's.