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JAMB Government 1998 Question 6

Question 6

Power, Authority, Legitimacy and Sovereignty

In a democracy, ultimate authority resides in the

  1. A.electorate
  2. B.people
  3. C.head of state
  4. D.armed forces
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (people)

Explanation

Democracy is government of, by and for the people, so final (sovereign) power belongs to the people. The electorate is only those of them who are qualified to vote.