WAEC Past Questions and Answers - Page 3440

17,196.

The civil service is different from the public service in terms of

A.

educational qualification

B.

political affiliation

C.

conditions of service

D.

personality and stature

Correct answer is C

The civil service is different from the public service in terms of conditions of service. The civil service is a part of the public service, but it is distinguished by its different conditions of service, which include things like pay scales, working hours, and benefits.

17,197.

One of the function of the electoral management body is to

A.

conduct training programmes for presidential candidates

B.

look for external sources besides the government to fund its operations

C.

interpret the electoral laws fairly

D.

engage in business to increase its financial capacity

Correct answer is C

One of the functions of the electoral management body is to interpret the electoral laws fairly. This is to ensure that elections are conducted in a free, fair, and transparent manner. The electoral management body does not engage in business or look for external sources of funding.

17,198.

One of the major criticisms levelled against the United Nations (UN) is its inability to

A.

ensure fair permanent representation

B.

enforce affirmative action and equal wealth

C.

adopt a universal language for its operation

D.

ensure universal access to education

Correct answer is A

One of the major criticisms levelled against the United Nations (UN) is its inability to ensure fair permanent representation. The UN Security Council, for example, has five permanent members with veto power, which many countries argue is not representative of the international community.

17,199.

A state that has two levels of government is commonly referred to as

A.

concurrent states

B.

cooperative government

C.

federal state

D.

coalition government

Correct answer is C

A state that has two levels of government is commonly referred to as a federal state. In a federal state, power is divided between a central government and individual states, provinces, or other territorial units. Each level of government has its own set of responsibilities and powers.

17,200.

The biggest obstacle which also slowed down nationalist activities in French West African Colonies was the

A.

assimilation policy

B.

constitutional reforms and entrenchment of human rights

C.

assassination of chiefs

D.

deportation of Africans to France

Correct answer is A

The biggest obstacle which also slowed down nationalist activities in French West African Colonies was the assimilation policy. This policy aimed to make Africans in French colonies 'French' in culture and citizenship, which undermined local cultures and identities and hindered the development of nationalist movements.