Education is a social institution that operates within a wider political framework of a society. The functioning of education depends greatly on political decision-making because policies, structures, resources, and priorities related to education are determined by governments and political authorities. Education does not exist in isolation; it is shaped by the goals, values, and priorities of the state. Political decisions determine what kind of education system will exist, how it will be organized, who will have access to it, and what purposes it will serve in society. Therefore, the functioning and development of education are closely connected with the political processes through which decisions about public policies are made. One of the most important reasons education depends on political decision-making is that education is largely funded and regulated by the state. Governments allocate budgets for schools, colleges, universities, teacher salaries, infrastructure, learning resources, and various educational programs. These financial allocations are decided through political processes such as parliamentary debates, policy formulation, and administrative planning. Without political approval and financial support, educational institutions cannot function effectively. Political authorities determine how much of the national budget will be devoted to education and how the funds will be distributed among different levels of education such as primary, secondary, and higher education. Political decision-making also determines the structure and organization of the education system. Decisions regarding the establishment of schools and universities, the regulation of private institutions, the creation of educational boards, and the recognition of degrees are taken by governments through legislation and policy decisions. Educational reforms such as curriculum revision, examination systems, teacher recruitment policies, and accreditation standards are implemented through political decisions. Thus, the overall framework within which educational institutions operate is shaped by political authority. Another significant aspect is that education plays a crucial role in achieving national goals and social objectives. Governments often use education as a means to promote national integration, economic development, social equality, and democratic values. Political leaders decide what kind of citizens the education system should produce and what knowledge and skills should be emphasized. For instance, policies may focus on scientific and technological education to support economic growth, or on value education to strengthen social harmony and ethical behavior. These priorities are determined through political debates and decisions. Access to education and issues of equity are also strongly influenced by political decision-making. Governments create policies to ensure educational opportunities for different sections of society, including marginalized and