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2016 Government WAEC Theory Past Questions

WAEC: GOVERNMENT 2016 Government WAEC Theory Past Questions

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Question 1

(a) What is fascism?

Answer

Fascism is a totalitarian system of government led by a dictator and emphasizes aggressive nationalism and racism.

 

(b) Highlight any four features of fascism

Answer

Features of fascism:

  • The state is hierarchically organized/structured with a leader at the top.
  • It is a one-party system.
  • The government is autocratic
  • The state controls the mass media
  • It has a centralized economy
  • The state is superior to individuals and groups
  • It is based on racial discrimination
  • It is characterized by propaganda

Question 2

Outline five processes by which a bill becomes law in a presidential system of government.

Answer

Processes by which a bill becomes law in a presidential system of government:

  1. Drafting and gazetting of the bill
  2. The notice of the bill is given to the clerk of the house
  3. The First reading: the bill is presented to the house by the Clerk who will also read the nature and purpose of the bill
  4. Second reading: here the bill is presented by the sponsor of the bill stating its importance/relevance
  5. Committee stage: the bill is referred to the appropriate Standing Committee for detailed examination
  6. Report stage: the appropriate Standing Committee reports back to the House making recommendations and amendments where necessary.
  7. Debate stage: the committee of the while house debates the recommendations made by the appropriate Standing Committee and makes suggestions
  8. Third reading: further scrutiny and final amendments are made before going to the second chamber. If the legislature is bicameral, it undergoes the same process.
  9. Assent: the bill goes to the President or Governor for assent so that the bill can become law.
  10. Veto: if the President or Governor refuses to sign the bill, the bill can be passed into law by a two-thirds majority of the whole house.

Question 3

State five factors that can limit the independence of the judiciary

Answer

Factors that can limit the independence of the judiciary:

  • The personal interest of the judge.
  • Modes of appointment and dismissal
  • Government interference i.e Legislature and Executive
  • System of government i.e authoritarian regime
  • Political party interference/interest
  • Crisis of integrity: bribery and corruption
  • Inadequate financial resources/poor funding
  • Poor remuneration for judges and judicial staff
  • Social ties e.g family, ethnic, religion, etc
  • National/public interest

Question 4

Highlight any five roles of minority parties in a multiparty democracy.

Answer

Roles of minority parties in a multi-party democracy:

  • Minority party members serve on various parliamentary committees to ensure smooth administration of the country.
  • Contribute to thorough parliamentary debates and the passage of bills
  • Provide avenues for the alternative government if the ruling party fails to meet the aspirations of the people
  • Protects the interest of minority groups in the country
  • Help to promote unity and tolerance in the midst of diversities
  • Keep the government on its toe to ensure good governance
  • Offer useful suggestions and ideas for the formulation and implementation of government policies
  • They assist in national consensus-building unity and integrity
  • They protect the constitution and rule of law
  • They provide alternative policies and programmes for the country

Question 5

Identify any five roles performed by the mass media in nation building

Answer

Roles performed by the mass media in nation-building:

  • It mobilizes people for political participation
  • It provides employment opportunities to a large number of people such as editors, scriptwriters, pressmen, etc
  • It mobilizes the people towards national development
  • It generates revenue for the state through the payment of tax
  • It enlightens the people on the government’s programmes and policies
  • It provides feedback to the government on its policies
  • It provides a forum for making constructive criticism on government policies
  • It informs the people on important national issues
  • It educates the people about their rights, duties, and obligations towards the state.

Question 6

Highlight any five features of the Igbo traditional societies.

Answer

Features of the Igbo traditional societies:

  • The compound/family was the unit of administration
  • Decentralized administration e.g acephalous society
  • Age-grade were important factors in the administration
  • Council of Elders: the family heads played important roles in the administration of the village
  • Titleholders (Ozo title) played significant roles in the traditional political system
  • Succession to leadership/power is by achievement
  • Deities/oracles provide a bond of unity among the people
  • Absence of formal political institutions

Question 7

a. Mention three former French colonies in West Africa.

Answer

Senegal, Guinea, Mali, Niger, Togo, Ivory Coast/LA Cote d’Ivoire, Benin/Dahomey, Burkina Faso/Upper Volta, Mauritania

 

b. Identify four qualifications for assimilation of indigenous Africans into French citizenship.

Answer

Qualifications for assimilation of indigenous Africans into French citizenship:

  • A native/inhabitant of any of the Senegalese four communes, Rufisque, Dakar, Goree, St. Louis
  • An adult age 18 years and above in the communes
  • Ability to speak and write French proficiently
  • The profession of the Christian and the Catholic faith
  • Shunning the African culture and embracing the French culture
  • Denunciation of polygamy
  • Evidence of sound moral conduct
  • Having performed the requisite period of military service

Question 8

Outline five positive effects of colonialism on West Africa

Answer

Positive effects of colonialism on West Africa:

  • Introduction of Christianity
  • Introduction of a modern system of government e.g democracy
  • Introduction of currency e.g pounds
  • Modernization of the tax system
  • Establishment of financial institutions i.e banks and insurance companies
  • Creation of nation-states
  • Establishment of health institutions e.g hospitals, clinics etc
  • Introduction of western education
  • The exploration of West African resources
  • Introduction of modern technology in mining, agriculture etc.

Question 9

(a) Outline three aims and objectives of Nigeria Peoples Party (NNP)

Answer

Aims and objectives of the Nigeria Peoples Party (NPP)

  • To promote unity in the country
  • To provide equal opportunity for all Nigerians
  • Provision of employment opportunities for all
  • Preservation of the nation’s resources
  • To work for a secular state which favours democracy and the rule of law
  • To fight against poverty, diseases and ignorance
  • To work towards high-quality education at all levels
  • To preserve the constitution of Nigeria promotes and sustain its unity
  • To re-order the national economic priorities of Nigeria

 

(b) Highlight two sources of finance of NNP.

Answer

Sources of finance of NPP

  • Fundraising/Launching
  • Through special levy on members
  • Membership dues
  • Through federal government/FEDECO grants for political parties.
  • Donations from within and outside the party
  • Money realized from sales of the party emblems, literature badges, shirts etc.

Question 10

(a) What is National Interest?

Answer

The national interest of a nation is the summation/totality of what a nation seeks to pursue or achieve in its relationship with others eg. preservation of territorial integrity, national welfare, national economic and industrial development, etc.

 

(b) Outline four objectives of your country’s foreign policy

Answer

Objectives of your country’s foreign policy

  • Respect for the independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity of other nations
  • Non-interference in the internal affairs of other states/nations
  • Commitment to functional cooperation as a way of promoting unity among nations
  • Commitment to the total eradication of racism and colonialism from the African continent
  • Promotion of international peace and security
  • Commitment to the principle of non-alignment
  • The defence of our sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity
  • The promotion and defence of social justice and respect for human dignity, particularly the dignity of the black man

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