Activities that interest groups undertake to secure special favors from government is called rent seeking.

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Rent seeking is an economic term referring to the activities and efforts made by individuals or groups to secure special privileges or benefits from the government that go beyond what is available to the general public. These may include tax breaks, subsidies, exclusive licenses or permits, or regulatory advantages. Rent seeking is generally seen as a form of rent seeking that redistributes wealth from others without creating new wealth, and can lead to inefficiencies and economic distortions.

Activities That Interest Groups Undertake to Secure Special Favors from Government