An undesirable attribute of capitalism is mostly seen in
Capitalism prioritizes profit maximization, often leading to exploitation of labour through low wages and poor working conditions to reduce costs and increase surplus value for owners.
A constitution that requires an absolute majority of members of parliament to amend is a
A rigid constitution requires a special majority (more than a simple majority, often two-thirds or absolute) for amendments, making it difficult to change, unlike flexible constitutions amended by simple majority.
What is the term given to the action of discontinuing a session of a parliament or other legislative assembly without dissolving?
Prorogation ends a parliamentary session temporarily without dissolving the assembly, unlike adjournment (short break) or dissolution (end of term).
In a monocephalous executive system of government, all executive powers are vested in the
Monocephalous (one-headed) executive fuses powers in one person, the president, who is both head of state and government, as in presidential systems.
The action programme of a political party intended to be carried out when political power is won is known as
A party manifesto outlines policies, promises, and programmes to be implemented if elected, serving as a blueprint for governance.
What does the mass media rely on to gauge public opinion?
Polls and surveys provide empirical data on public views, allowing media to reflect and influence opinion accurately, unlike unreliable sources like rumours.
Which of the following options is the role of a newspaper in a state?
Newspapers inform the public about events, policies, and issues, fostering awareness and accountability in governance.
The Civil Service helps the government to
The civil service provides expert, impartial advice and executes policies efficiently, ensuring continuity regardless of political changes.
A citizen is barred from active politics when employed as a
Civil servants must remain neutral and apolitical to serve impartially, so they are prohibited from partisan activities to avoid conflicts of interest.
Citizens' political participation is best practised under a
Political parties provide structured platforms for citizens to contest elections, form governments, and influence policy through democratic processes.
The most important function of government is to ensure the
Security (protection of life and property) is the primary social contract duty, enabling other functions like economic development and rights protection.
The right to an adequate standard of living falls under
Economic rights include access to food, shelter, and healthcare for a decent living standard, as per Universal Declaration of Human Rights Article 25.
People's political values are continuously shaped by the following agents except
The ombudsman investigates complaints against officials but does not shape values; agents like family, education, and media socialize political attitudes.
In which political system are there two levels of government with considerable devolution?
Federalism divides powers between central and regional governments, with devolution granting substantial autonomy to subunits.
A system of government in which people elect their lawmakers and make them accountable for their actions and inactions in government is
Representative government involves electing delegates to legislate on behalf of citizens, with accountability through elections and oversight.
Which territories in British West Africa did the colonial government exercise limited jurisdiction?
Protectorates involved treaties with local rulers, limiting direct British jurisdiction to foreign affairs, unlike crown colonies with full control.
One of the following French West African colonies was the first to gain independence
Guinea gained independence in 1958 after rejecting the French Community in a referendum led by Ahmed Sékou Touré, preceding others like Togo (1960).
The struggle by the chiefs and people of West Africa against political, social and economic dominance by European powers was referred to as
Nationalism was the anti-colonial movement seeking self-determination and independence from European domination in the 20th century.
The European imperialist penetration into West Africa was primarily motivated by the following considerations except
Imperialism was driven by economic exploitation (resources/markets), strategic military bases, and 'civilizing' social missions, not genuine compassion.
Which policy made the colonized French West African partners with France in her colonial project?
The Association policy (post-1914) treated Africans as associates in empire-building, granting limited rights unlike full equality under Assimilation.
The British colonial governor in West Africa wielded sweeping powers by virtue of
The governor's veto power allowed rejection of legislative bills, ensuring ultimate executive control over colonial policy.
The action plan by African countries under the New Partnership for Africa's Development (NEPAD), aimed at tackling the following issues except
NEPAD focuses on economic integration, political governance, and social development (e.g., health, education), but not religious issues.
What motivated the adoption of Indirect Rule system by the British in her West African
Indirect Rule utilized existing efficient traditional tax and administrative systems to minimize British administrative costs and personnel needs.
The Economic Community for West African States (ECOWAS) was established primarily to
ECOWAS (1975) aims to foster economic cooperation, trade liberalization, and development among West African states for regional integration.
The media can best contribute to the democratic process of a country by
Agenda-setting by media highlights key issues, influencing public discourse and policy priorities for accountable governance.
Public corporations can deliver on their mandate if
Addressing corruption and mismanagement ensures transparency, efficiency, and focus on public service delivery in public corporations.
Citizenship of a state is based on the following requirements except
Citizenship is acquired by birth, marriage, descent, or naturalization/registration; education is not a criterion.
One-party system encourages and often end up in
One-party systems limit political competition, often leading to authoritarianism and suppression of dissent.
Which of the following tools is not used by pressure groups to achieve their aim?
Pressure groups influence policy through advocacy (boycotts, strikes, demos) but do not contest elections, unlike political parties.
Frequent military coup d'etats which topple elected governments negatively affect and stall
Military coups disrupt democratic institutions, elections, and rule of law, stalling consolidation of democratic governance.
How beneficial is delegated legislation to the democratic process? It
Delegated legislation allows experts (technocrats) in ministries to create detailed rules, easing legislative burden while maintaining parliamentary oversight.
Local government performs a number of functions on behalf of the central government in the form of
Local governments collect taxes, fees, and mobilize community resources for local development projects as agents of the central authority.
In an environment of press freedom, the media play the role of
Free press amplifies diverse voices, enabling public discourse and holding power accountable.
Chiefs under the Indirect Rule system were used to carry out unpopular tasks, one of which was
Chiefs enforced unpopular policies like conscription for World Wars, alienating them from subjects as proxies for colonial demands.
In restoring peace and security to Liberia and Sierra Leone, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) deployed a military force known as
ECOMOG intervened in Liberia (1990) and Sierra Leone (1997) to enforce ceasefires and restore stability under ECOWAS mandate.
The desire for foreign investments and overseas market had behind many West African countries
Foreign policy guides economic diplomacy to attract investments and expand markets, aligning with national development goals.
Citizenship does not only go with rights but also the performance of
Citizenship entails rights (e.g., vote) and duties (e.g., obey laws, pay taxes) for societal cohesion.
Taking over power, military governments disregard democratic protocols and rule mainly by
Military regimes issue decrees with legislative and judicial force, bypassing parliaments and constitutions.
Which electoral system best suit a heterogeneous political environment?
Proportional representation allocates seats based on vote shares, ensuring minority groups in diverse societies are represented.
Judicial review in a democratic environment is an aspect of
Judicial review empowers courts to invalidate unconstitutional acts, maintaining separation of powers and checks among branches.
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