Question 36
Military RuleThe military take over power from politicians in West African countries
- A.when politicians have become corrupt, and are reckless in their use of power
- B.when there is a breakdown of law and order in the country
- C.for reasons which touch on the interest of the military
- D.because of the personal ambitions of some politicians
- E.all of the above
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: E (all of the above)
Explanation
Coups in West Africa have been explained by all these causes: corruption, breakdown of order, the army's own interests and the ambitions of individual officers.