JAMB Government 1987 Question 16

Question 16

The State and Government

Which of the following is NOT necessarily a characteristic feature of a state?

  1. A.A territory
  2. B.An army
  3. C.A government
  4. D.A system of laws
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Answer: B (An army)

Explanation

A state needs a territory, population, government and sovereignty. Some states, such as Costa Rica, have no army.