WAEC Government Past Questions & Answers - Page 291

1,451.

The agency responsible for fulfilling the purpose of the state is ________

A.

government

B.

pressure group

C.

public corporation

D.

media

Correct answer is A

The government is the agency responsible for fulfilling the purpose of the state. In a political context, the term "government" typically refers to the system or group of individuals with the authority to govern a country or state and make and enforce laws. The government is tasked with maintaining order, providing public services, protecting citizens, and overall managing the affairs of the state. The other options (B. pressure group, C. public corporation, D. media) are not typically responsible for the overall governance and fulfilment of the state's purpose; they may play specific roles but do not have the comprehensive authority and responsibility associated with the government.

1,452.

Public corporation can operate in a more efficient manner if they are ________

A.

free from political interference

B.

controlled by the judicial service commission

C.

under the head of the civil service

D.

controlled by the military

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,453.

Any type of restricted franchise is a violation of the principle of ________

A.

constitutionalism

B.

sovereignty

C.

political equality

D.

editorial commentary

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,454.

The electronic and print media makes their views heard on national issues through_______

A.

public notice

B.

advertisement

C.

documentary

D.

editorial commentary

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,455.

The implementation of indirect rule was supervised by the __________

A.

Chiefs and Councils of elders

B.

British officials

C.

spiritual leaders of the land

D.

educated elite

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.