Political Parties and Party Systems - Jamb Government Past Questions and Answers

Question 36:

• JAMB 2014

The ultimate aim of political parties is to

A. Increase the political awareness of the electorate
B. Formulate and impleinent policies
C. Implement people-oriented programmes
D. Acquire and exercise power

Question 37:

• JAMB 2015

A disadvantage of the one-party system is that it

A. Emphasizes political differences
B. Makes accountability difficult
C. Negates freedom of association
D. Delays decision-making.

Question 38:

• JAMB 2016

A type of political association that brings the rich and the poor together is

A. Broker party
B. Charismatic party
C. Elite party
D. Mass party

Question 39:

• JAMB 2016

A disadvantage of the one-party system is that it

A. Is costly to operate
B. Does not tolerate opposition
C. Does not care about the feelings of the masses
D. Discourages periodic elections

Question 40:

• JAMB 2017

The system of government by the political parties in a democratic country is known as ____________

A. Party system
B. Party structure
C. Public opinion
D. Political party