Year :
2013
Title :
Government
Exam :
WASSCE/WAEC MAY/JUNE
Paper 1 | Objectives
31 - 40 of 49 Questions
| # | Question | Ans |
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| 31. |
One way to ensure a free and fair election is to A. operate a one-party system B. allow parties to campaign on election day C. guarantee the security of electoral officers and materials D. appoint a politician as the chairman of the electoral commission Detailed SolutionThe 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 |
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| 32. |
An election which involves the use of an electoral college is A. run-off election B. a general election C. an open balloting D. an indirect election Detailed SolutionAn 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. |
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| 33. |
Which of the following functions is performed by the electoral commission? A. Distribution of party membership cards B. Presenting parties manifestoes C. Delimiting the country into constituencies D. Conducting oath of office for elected president Detailed SolutionDelimiting 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 |
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| 34. |
Which of the following statements distinguishes political parties from pressure groups? A. Political parties only lobby government to change certain policies B. Pressure groups select candidates for political of fices C. Political parties influence government policies D. Pressure groups influence government policies to member's interest Detailed SolutionWhile a political party is a group of people who organize to win elections, operate the government, and determine public policy, pressure groups is a group of people who share common goals and who actively try to influence policymakers. |
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| 35. |
Public opinion enables a government to A. influence the public B. Suppress its opponents C. cut down the coat of governing D. know the feeling of the masses Detailed SolutionWith public opinion, the government of the day will know how the masses feel about the government and the opinions can be used to serves a number of purposes for a campaign, whether it is a political campaign or some other type of campaign. It can also be use to show them what types of voters they are sure to win, those they are sure to lose, and everyone in-between these two extremes. |
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| 36. |
The anonymity in the civil service means that a civil servant A. is above the law of the land B. receives neither praise nor blame C. should take part in partisan politics D. should not be disciplined for any misconduct Detailed SolutionThe anonymity of the civil service is linked to two concepts: permanence and neutrality. Civil servants, many of whom remain in their jobs whilst serving numerous governments, are likely to have to give advice to governments of different political parties, who may have different attitudes to policy.The advice they give needs to be given to ministers both freely and also without fear of adverse public or political reactions and without fear of future career damage. |
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| 37. |
Which of the following is a problem of civil service? A. Red-tapism B. Offering professional advice to political leaders C. Continuous keeping of records D. Changing of government through election Detailed SolutionRed-tapism; the practice of requiring excessive paperwork and tedious procedures before official action can be considered or completed. |
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| 38. |
Public corporations are Set Up by A. a minister B. a director C. a permanent secretary D. an act of parliament Detailed SolutionA public corporation is created by a special Act of the Parliament or the State Legislature. |
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| 39. |
Which of the following is true of a Public Corporation it is? A. established by a bye-law B. owned by the minister of finance C. set up to make profit for share holders D. set up to provide essential services Detailed Solution"Public corporation" means an entity that is created by the state to carry out public missions and services by providing essential services that is not profit oriented. |
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| 40. |
All the following are established to A. bring government nearer to the people B. give more powers to the traditional rulers C. make people less loyal to the central government D. make central government interfere in local affairs |
A |
| 31. |
One way to ensure a free and fair election is to A. operate a one-party system B. allow parties to campaign on election day C. guarantee the security of electoral officers and materials D. appoint a politician as the chairman of the electoral commission Detailed SolutionThe 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 |
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| 32. |
An election which involves the use of an electoral college is A. run-off election B. a general election C. an open balloting D. an indirect election Detailed SolutionAn 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. |
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| 33. |
Which of the following functions is performed by the electoral commission? A. Distribution of party membership cards B. Presenting parties manifestoes C. Delimiting the country into constituencies D. Conducting oath of office for elected president Detailed SolutionDelimiting 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 |
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| 34. |
Which of the following statements distinguishes political parties from pressure groups? A. Political parties only lobby government to change certain policies B. Pressure groups select candidates for political of fices C. Political parties influence government policies D. Pressure groups influence government policies to member's interest Detailed SolutionWhile a political party is a group of people who organize to win elections, operate the government, and determine public policy, pressure groups is a group of people who share common goals and who actively try to influence policymakers. |
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| 35. |
Public opinion enables a government to A. influence the public B. Suppress its opponents C. cut down the coat of governing D. know the feeling of the masses Detailed SolutionWith public opinion, the government of the day will know how the masses feel about the government and the opinions can be used to serves a number of purposes for a campaign, whether it is a political campaign or some other type of campaign. It can also be use to show them what types of voters they are sure to win, those they are sure to lose, and everyone in-between these two extremes. |
| 36. |
The anonymity in the civil service means that a civil servant A. is above the law of the land B. receives neither praise nor blame C. should take part in partisan politics D. should not be disciplined for any misconduct Detailed SolutionThe anonymity of the civil service is linked to two concepts: permanence and neutrality. Civil servants, many of whom remain in their jobs whilst serving numerous governments, are likely to have to give advice to governments of different political parties, who may have different attitudes to policy.The advice they give needs to be given to ministers both freely and also without fear of adverse public or political reactions and without fear of future career damage. |
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| 37. |
Which of the following is a problem of civil service? A. Red-tapism B. Offering professional advice to political leaders C. Continuous keeping of records D. Changing of government through election Detailed SolutionRed-tapism; the practice of requiring excessive paperwork and tedious procedures before official action can be considered or completed. |
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| 38. |
Public corporations are Set Up by A. a minister B. a director C. a permanent secretary D. an act of parliament Detailed SolutionA public corporation is created by a special Act of the Parliament or the State Legislature. |
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| 39. |
Which of the following is true of a Public Corporation it is? A. established by a bye-law B. owned by the minister of finance C. set up to make profit for share holders D. set up to provide essential services Detailed Solution"Public corporation" means an entity that is created by the state to carry out public missions and services by providing essential services that is not profit oriented. |
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| 40. |
All the following are established to A. bring government nearer to the people B. give more powers to the traditional rulers C. make people less loyal to the central government D. make central government interfere in local affairs |
A |