WAEC Past Questions and Answers - Page 2782

13,906.

The non-involvement of civil servants in partisan politics is related to

A.

anonymity

B.

neutrality

C.

permanence

D.

impartiality

Correct answer is B

The political neutrality of the civil service means that civil servants shall serve the Chief Executive and the Government of the day with total loyalty and to the best of their ability without taking part in partisan politics 

13,907.

Measuring public opinion becomes highly expensive when

A.

a referendum is held

B.

public opinion poll is conducted

C.

public debates are held

D.

mass media reports are evaluated

Correct answer is B

Public opinion is measured through polls and surveys, respondents are asked about their issue positions. Conclusions are drawn by researchers by applying the scientific method.

13,908.

A feature of pressure groups is that members

A.

oppose the government

B.

are in the same labour union

C.

do not believe in dialogue

D.

have similar interests

Correct answer is D

A pressure group is an organisation which attempts to influence government policies through protests and demonstrations. Pressure groups are formed when people with similar opinions get together for similar objectives and interest.

13,909.

The practice of voting in absentia through an authorized representative is

A.

bye-election

B.

delegated election

C.

voting by proxy

D.

quota voting

Correct answer is C

If you're unable to vote in person you can ask someone to vote on your behalf. This is called a proxy vote

13,910.

Vibrant opposition parties in parliament help to

A.

threaten democracy

B.

strengthen democracy

C.

safeguard independence

D.

protect sovereignty

Correct answer is B

The Opposition's main role is to question the government of the day and hold them accountable.