The document discusses various aspects of political culture and participation. It defines political culture as patterns of orientations towards political systems expressed through beliefs, symbols and values. It notes different components and types of political culture. It also discusses three types of political participation and reasons for participation. Further, it examines the concepts of political socialization, national identity, trust, and political efficacy as they relate to democratic political culture. It outlines key influences on political socialization including families, education, media and political culture itself. Finally, it analyzes some foundations of political culture including religions like Christianity, Islam and Confucianism.