Democracy - Jamb Government Past Questions and Answers

Question 11:

• JAMB 1985

In a democracy, sovereignty is vested in

A. The community
B. Public officials
C. Judges
D. The Head of Stae
E. The legislature

Question 12:

• JAMB 1986

The idea of democracy was first associated with the

A. Romans
B. Persians
C. Greeks
D. Egyptians

Question 13:

• JAMB 1986

Proportional representation is recommended because it

A. Favours small parties
B. Is simple to operate
C. Lead's to liberal democracy
D. Preserves the party system

Question 14:

• JAMB 1987

In liberal democracies, elections help to

A. Determine the acceptability of the government
B. Unite the country against outside groups
C. Create goodwill throughout the nation
D. Identify the richest groups in the country

Question 15:

• JAMB 1988

An essential feature of democracy is

A. Rigid constitution
B. People's consent
C. Supremacy of parliament
D. Bicameral legislature