JAMB Government 1981 Question 3

Question 3

Pressure Groups

The main role of pressure groups is to

  1. A.oppose oppressive legislation
  2. B.protect the interest of the country against foreign power
  3. C.resist temptation of gifts made by multi-national companies to influence their judgement
  4. D.promote the interests of the political parties
  5. E.influence legislation in order to benefit their members
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: E (influence legislation in order to benefit their members)

Explanation

Pressure groups try to influence laws and policies so that their own members benefit.