JAMB Government 2008 Question 24

Question 24

Franchise, Elections and Electoral Systems

The act of denying an eligible person the right to vote in an election is

  1. A.gerrymandering
  2. B.disenfranchisement
  3. C.filibustering
  4. D.restricted franchise.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (disenfranchisement)

Explanation

Disenfranchisement means taking away or denying someone's right to vote.