JAMB Government 2001 Question 15

Question 15

Political Parties and Party Systems

One argument against a multi-party system is the

  1. A.encouragement of opposition and instability
  2. B.banning of interest groups
  3. C.inability to attract foreign assistance
  4. D.high cost of conducting elections
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (encouragement of opposition and instability)

Explanation

With many parties, governments often depend on shaky coalitions, and constant opposition can lead to political instability.