Which of the following functions is performed by the electoral commission?
Distribution of party membership cards
Presenting parties manifestoes
Delimiting the country into constituencies
Conducting oath of office for elected president
Correct answer is C
Delimiting the country into constituencies is the division of electoral constituents into smaller units for election purpose. It is usually the job of the electoral commission
An election which involves the use of an electoral college is
run-off election
a general election
an open balloting
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.
One way to ensure a free and fair election is to
operate a one-party system
allow parties to campaign on election day
guarantee the security of electoral officers and materials
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
The geographical units into which a country is divided for the purpose of election are called
states
constituencies
polling areas
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.
Franchise means the right of all qualified citizens to
manipulate election results
conduct elections
enforce electoral laws
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