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.