The absence of the rule of law in government will bring about
human rights abuse
treasonable offences
corrupt practices
political apathy
Correct answer is A
The absence of the rule of law in government will bring about human rights abuse.
This is so as the rule of law refers to the constitutional provision which emphasizes the supremacy of the law, the equality before the law and existence of fundamental human rights.
Oligarchy is a form of government which
enhances the interest of the ruling few
enhances the electoral chances of the majority
disregards the views of the minority
protects the interest of the common people
Correct answer is A
Oligarchy is a form of government which enhances the interest of the ruling few.
This is so as Oligarchy may be defined as government ruled by few privileged and powerful people.
It may also be defined as a small group of people who control the government of a state.
A major consequence of proportional representation is that it
reduces the chances of political instability
favours the development of a two-party system
discourages voting along ethnic lines
encourages the proliferation of parties
Correct answer is D
A major consequence of proportional representation is that it encourages the proliferation of parties, as the possibility of obtaining separate representation is there for each party no matter how small.
The Economic Community of West African States has made progress in the area of
free movement of persons and right of residence
increased trade among members
political integration of the region
providing financial aid to members
Correct answer is B
The Economic Community of West African States has made impressive progress in the area of increased trade among members.
Some of the achievements of ECOWAS are: Trade Liberalization which has contributed immensely in the promotion of trade tariffs and custom duties for trading activities within the Community.
Which of the following is the function of the Council of the Ministers of the O.A.U
Coordinating of the general policy of the organization
Directing the finances of the organization
Preparing the agenda of the organization's meetings
Reviewing the functions and activities of other organs of the organizations
Correct answer is C
Preparing the agenda of the organization's meeting is the function of the council of Ministers of the O.A.U.
The Council of Ministers is the body which is composed of the foreign ministers of member countries. it meets about twice a year but extra-ordinary meetings may be called if and such a request is approved by two-thirds of the members.
One of the responsibilities is preparing the agenda for the summit i.e the Assembly of Heads of State and Government