Which of the following is a limitation to Universal Adult Suffrage?
Wealth
Age
Race
Sex
Correct answer is B
The concept of universal franchise, also known as general suffrage or common suffrage of the common man, consists of the right to vote of all adult citizens, these excludes underage people and convicts. A convict or someone currently serving a prison sentence is restricted from exercising their franchise. For example, in Nigeria an ex-convict cant compete for political elective positions
In limited franchise, restriction on voting can be based on
height
property
strength
exposure
Correct answer is B
Limited franchise refers to the right of only a section of the community to vote and be voted for. This right is only enjoyed by some citizens, depending on what the relevant law demands especially in terms of age, sex, property ownership and educational qualification.
Which of the following West African countries practised a one-party system?
Benin
Nigeria
Ghana
Liberia
Correct answer is C
Nkrumah first declared Ghana as a one-party state during his rule
Coalition government can be defined as parties coming together
to appoint a leader
to form a government
with a common manifesto
to oppose the government
Correct answer is B
A coalition government is a form of government in which multiple political parties cooperate, reducing the dominance of any one party within that "coalition". The usual reason for this arrangement is that no party on its own can achieve a majority in the parliament.
Party manifesto is important in the following ways except to
evaluate the party
limit choice
attract people
guide the party
Correct answer is B
No explanation has been provided for this answer.