WAEC Government Past Questions & Answers - Page 328

1,636.

Unitary system of government is adopted by some states because

A.

of homogeneity

B.

it guarantees democracy

C.

it builds the capacity of citizens in good time

D.

of mineral resources

Correct answer is A

A unitary system of government is often adopted by states that are homogeneous. In a unitary system, the central government holds most of the power, and this system works best in nations where the population has a lot in common, such as shared culture, language, and values. The other options do not directly relate to the reasons for adopting a unitary system.

1,637.

The Fundamental Human Rights and Liberties must be entrenched in a constitution to

A.

serve majority interest

B.

show concern for the people

C.

make it difficult to tamper with

D.

espouse love for the country

Correct answer is C

Fundamental Human Rights and Liberties are entrenched in a constitution to make it difficult to tamper with. This is because the constitution is the supreme law of the land and any changes to it require a rigorous process. This ensures that these rights and liberties are protected and not easily violated.

1,638.

The rigid nature of a constitution makes it

A.

accessible to all

B.

infallible and standard

C.

easy for quick review

D.

complicated for amendment

Correct answer is D

The rigid nature of a constitution makes it complicated for amendment. A rigid constitution is one that requires a special process for its amendment, usually involving a higher degree of difficulty than for ordinary laws.

1,639.

The reason for which the government should take a key interest in the activities of pressure groups is that, they

A.

provide valuable feedback on government policies and programmes

B.

force coalition among political parties for election

C.

blackmail political leaders

D.

dictate the path and direction for government programmes

Correct answer is A

Pressure groups provide valuable feedback on government policies and programmes. They represent specific interests and try to influence public policy in their favour. By doing so, they provide a form of checks and balances on the government, ensuring that a wide range of interests are considered in policy-making. The other options do not accurately describe the role of pressure groups.

1,640.

The overriding consideration for the creation of the New Partnership for Africa's Development (NEPAD) was to place Africa on the path to

A.

capitalist government

B.

non-alignment

C.

growth and development

D.

military might

Correct answer is C

The New Partnership for Africa's Development (NEPAD) was created with the primary aim of placing Africa on the path to growth and development. It seeks to address the challenges of poverty, underdevelopment, and the marginalization of Africa in the global economy. The other options like military might, non-alignment, and capitalist governance were not the overriding considerations for the creation of NEPAD.