Waec Government 2009 Past Questions and Answers

Question 31:

• WAEC 2009

Vibrant opposition parties in parliament help to

A. Threaten democracy
B. Strengthen democracy
C. Safeguard independence
D. Protect sovereignty

Question 32:

• WAEC 2009

The practice of voting in absentia through an authorized representative is

A. Bye-election
B. Delegated election
C. Voting by proxy
D. Quota voting

Question 33:

• WAEC 2009

Which of the following is a function of an electoral commission?

A. Educating the public on economic policies
B. Registration of voters for election
C. Sharing of political power among parties
D. Provision of essential services

Question 34:

• WAEC 2009

A feature of pressure groups is that members

A. Oppose the government
B. Are in the same labour union
C. Do not believe in dialogue
D. Have similar interests

Question 35:

• WAEC 2009

Measuring public opinion becomes highly expensive when

A. A referendum is held
B. Public opinion poll is conducted
C. Public debates are held
D. Mass media reports are evaluated