The division of Nigeria into various constituencies with each electing a person to represent it in the national assembly is a demonstration of

A.

Checks and balances

B.

Popular participation

C.

Political rivalry among the constituents

D.

Drive towards succession

Correct answer is B

Popular participation refers to the active involvement of citizens in the socio-political activities of a country. It is a process of involving the citizens in the governance of their country and in deciding important socio-cultural, political and economic matters.