JAMB Government 1982 Question 4

Question 4

Democracy and Representative Government

In a democracy, political power is exercised by

  1. A.the majority
  2. B.the literate public
  3. C.the few wealthy
  4. D.one person
  5. E.the monarchy
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (the majority)

Explanation

Democracy is government by the people, and in practice decisions follow the will of the majority.