Describe any five problems associated with a single party system of government.
Explanation
Problems Associated with single party System of Government.
(i) Dictatorship: A one-party system leads to dictatorship and oppression.
(ii) Political education: There is a limit to political education in the system.
(iii) Public opinion: The system neglects the opinion of the public that is opposed to party policy.
(iv) The rule of law: The system ignores the principle of the rule of law.
(v) It is undemocratic: This is because it does not allow for freedom of choice.
(vi) No opposition: The system discourages open criticism of government policies. In fact, there is no opposition.
(vii) Instability: A one-party system leads to political instability.
(viii) Change of government: Change of government is not always smooth and peaceful.
(ix) Autocratic government: A single party system creates an elitist or autocratic government.