WAEC Government Past Questions & Answers - Page 159

791.

An election held to determine an important constitutional issue is called a

A.

direct election

B.

counter election

C.

general election

D.

referendum

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

792.

One major advantage of the secret ballot system of election is that , it

A.

removes the fears of threat and victimization

B.

enables the best party to win

C.

ensures the efficiency of the electoral commission

D.

helps to elect the best candidate

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

793.

The right of the citizens to vote and be voted for in an election is called

A.

indirect election

B.

nomination

C.

general election

D.

franchise

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

794.

A multi-party system often leads to

A.

unitary government

B.

dictatorial government

C.

coalition government

D.

parliamentary government

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

795.

All the following are essential functions of political parties except to

A.

aggregate interests of members of the public

B.

serve as link between the government and the people

C.

seek political power lawfully

D.

seek political power for the military

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.