WAEC Civic Education 2015 Question 21

Question 21

Cultism

Cultism in tertiary institution in Nigeria was originally introduced to

  1. A.perpetuate the use of local gin and alcohol.
  2. B.harass opponents of University administrators.
  3. C.fight colonialism and oppressive rules.
  4. D.promote inter-communal marriages.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (fight colonialism and oppressive rules.)

Explanation

The first campus confraternity (Pyrates, 1952, University College Ibadan) was formed to fight colonial attitudes and oppression.