JAMB Government 1986 Question 1

Question 1

Forms of Government

Aristocracy is the system of government in which the few rule for

  1. A.their own benefit
  2. B.the benefit of all
  3. C.the benefit of their friends
  4. D.the benefit of a few
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (the benefit of all)

Explanation

Aristocracy is government by a small group of the best or noblest people ruling in the interest of everyone. When the few rule only for themselves, it becomes oligarchy.