WAEC Past Questions and Answers - Page 3441

17,201.

One of the formidable challenges the New Partnership for Africa's Development (NEPAD) is confronted with is the

A.

absence of a common platform for debate

B.

over reliance on foreign aid

C.

absence of technology transfer

D.

arms race among member states

Correct answer is B

One of the major challenges faced by the New Partnership for Africa's Development (NEPAD) is the over-reliance on foreign aid. This dependence often comes with conditions that may not align with the development goals of the African countries. It also creates a dependency syndrome that hinders self-sustained growth and development. The other options like absence of a common platform for debate, arms race among member states, and absence of technology transfer, while they may be challenges, are not as formidable as the over-reliance on foreign aid.

17,202.

Which of the following systems of government does not practice collective responsibility?

A.

Communalism system

B.

Non-centralised system

C.

Executive system

D.

Cabinet system

Correct answer is B

Collective responsibility is a concept in which members of a group are considered responsible for the actions of the group as a whole. In the context of government, this often applies to cabinet systems where all members of the cabinet are collectively responsible for the decisions made. Non-Centralized system does not practice collective responsibility as power and decision-making are not concentrated in a central authority.or individuals mostly comes

17,203.

The local government system assists best in mentoring and grooming people for

A.

military operations

B.

leadership positions

C.

citizenship and justice

D.

large-scale farming

Correct answer is B

The local government system is the closest level of government to the people. It is a training ground for politicians and individuals who aspire to hold leadership positions at higher levels of government. Therefore, it assists best in mentoring and grooming people for leadership positions.

17,204.

What is commonly referred to as the association of the government and the governed?

A.

confederation

B.

state

C.

federation

D.

monarchy

Correct answer is B

The association of the government and the governed is commonly referred to as the State. A state is a political entity represented by its government and population.

17,205.

What type of right enables citizens to participate in state affairs?

A.

judicial right

B.

social right

C.

habeas corpus

D.

political right

Correct answer is D

Political rights are rights that allow citizens to participate in state affairs. These include the right to vote, the right to freedom of speech and assembly, and the right to hold public office.