WAEC Government Past Questions & Answers - Page 233

1,161.

An election which involves the use of an electoral college is

A.

run-off election

B.

a general election

C.

an open balloting

D.

an indirect election

Correct answer is D

An indirect election is an election in which voters do not choose between candidates for an office, but elect people who then choose. It is one of the oldest forms of elections, and is still used today for many presidents, cabinets, upper houses, and supranational legislatures.

An electoral college is a body of electors chosen or appointed by a larger group.

1,162.

One way to ensure a free and fair election is to

A.

operate a one-party system

B.

allow parties to campaign on election day

C.

guarantee the security of electoral officers and materials

D.

appoint a politician as the chairman of the electoral commission

Correct answer is C

The most fundamental principle defining credible elections is that they must reflect the free expression of the will of the people. To achieve this, elections should be transparent, inclusive, and accountable, and there must be equitable opportunities to compete in the elections. Guarantee the security of electoral officers and materials

1,163.

The geographical units into which a country is divided for the purpose of election are called

A.

states

B.

constituencies

C.

polling areas

D.

county councils

Correct answer is B

The term constituency is commonly used to refer to an electoral district. It can also refer to the body of eligible voters or all the residents of the represented area or only those who voted for a certain candidate.

1,164.

Franchise means the right of all qualified citizens to

A.

manipulate election results

B.

conduct elections

C.

enforce electoral laws

D.

vote and be voted for

Correct answer is D

Franchise is the right of any qualified person to vote and be voted for in public or political elections

1,165.

Which of the following is not a function of a political party?

A.

Educating the government

B.

Interest articulation

C.

Aggregation of opinions

D.

Selection of persons for government

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.