JAMB Government 1990 Question 10

Question 10

Democracy and Representative Government

Which of the following is NOT characteristic of democracy?

  1. A.Popular sovereignty
  2. B.Regular elections
  3. C.Majority rule
  4. D.Limited franchise.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (Limited franchise.)

Explanation

Democracy needs universal adult suffrage. A limited franchise, which shuts many adults out of voting, is not democratic.