Theory question 103
Rule of Law and Constituted AuthoritySection A
(a) Explain the phrase "Respect for constituted Authority".
(b) Give examples of five types of constituted authority.
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Model answer
(a) Respect for constituted authority means obeying, honouring and co-operating with persons and institutions lawfully established to exercise power, and obeying the rules they make.
(b) Any five:
Government authority, e.g. President, Governors, local government chairmen.
Legislative authority, e.g. National Assembly.
Judicial authority, e.g. judges, magistrates.
Traditional authority, e.g. Obas, Emirs, Obis.
Religious authority, e.g. Imams, Pastors.
School authority, e.g. principals, teachers.
Family authority, e.g. parents.
Law enforcement, e.g. police officers.
Explanation
Give an example with each type.