WAEC Government Past Questions & Answers - Page 121

601.

One of the arguments against delegated legislation is that it

A.

encroaches on the functions of the judiciary

B.

is against the principle of separation of power

C.

promotes limited government

D.

wastes the time of the legislature

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

602.

Which of the following is a method of acquiring political power in a democracy?

A.

heredity

B.

election

C.

imposition

D.

selection

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

603.

The modern idea of democracy includes all the following except

A.

unlimited freedom

B.

universal suffrage

C.

periodic elections

D.

equality before the law

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

604.

Which of the following best describe an absolute monarchy?

A.

He wields the supreme power in a state

B.

is elected by an electoral college

C.

is elected by the electorate

D.

had fixed tenure of office

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

605.

Political sovereignty in the state resides with the

A.

executive

B.

people

C.

national assembly

D.

international community

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.