The public Service Commission performs the following functions except
advisory body
imposition of income tax
welfare of personnel
discipline of personnel
Correct answer is B
The Public Service Commission does not have the power to impose income tax. This function is typically performed by the revenue or tax collection agency of the government. The Public Service Commission is responsible for the discipline of personnel, welfare of personnel, and serves as an advisory body.
Unitary system of government is adopted by some states because
of homogeneity
it guarantees democracy
it builds the capacity of citizens in good time
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.
The Fundamental Human Rights and Liberties must be entrenched in a constitution to
serve majority interest
show concern for the people
make it difficult to tamper with
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.
The rigid nature of a constitution makes it
accessible to all
infallible and standard
easy for quick review
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.
provide valuable feedback on government policies and programmes
force coalition among political parties for election
blackmail political leaders
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.