JAMB Government 1980 Question 21

Question 21

Pressure Groups

The main role of pressure groups is to

  1. A.influence the Legislature and the Executive to make decisions favourable to them
  2. B.inject emotional and selfish issues into national debates
  3. C.influence the general public
  4. D.use all means, including bribery, to achieve their objectives
  5. E.assist selected multinational corporations in fulfilling their objectives
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (influence the Legislature and the Executive to make decisions favourable to them)

Explanation

Pressure groups exist to influence lawmakers and the executive to take decisions that favour their members.