WAEC Civic Education 2024 past questions and answers

Democratic societies are run and governed by

1. A.laws.
2. B.monarchs.
3. C.passion.
4. D.charisma.

To guarantee the rights and freedom of citizens, the powers of the organs of government must be

1. A.rotated.
2. B.separated.
3. C.fused.
4. D.incorporated.

Which of the following is an example of inalienable right?

1. A.Right to life.
2. B.Right to vote.
3. C.Right to social security.
4. D.Right to adequate wages.

Citizenship can be acquired through

1. A.nationalization.
2. B.registration.
3. C.negotiation.
4. D.decree.

Which of the following rights cannot be enjoyed by an Italian citizen that is residing in a West African country?

1. A.Freedom of expression.
2. B.Ownership of properties.
3. C.Right to worship.
4. D.Right to vote.

One of the outstanding features of citizenship by birth is that

1. A.it can be withdrawn.
2. B.it can never be forfeited.
3. C.special requirements are attached.
4. D.it can be reverted to alien status.

In order to reduce over-reliance on foreign grants, civil society organizations need to

1. A.create revenue generation activities.
2. B.become more national in their spread and membership.
3. C.engage in more pragmatic methods like lobbying.
4. D.engage the state for funding.

The major constraint to national development is

1. A.improper assessment of policies.
2. B.overdependence on natural resources.
3. C.high level of nepotism.
4. D.absence of modern technology.

The conduct of an election in a democracy is the responsibility of

1. A.electoral commission.
2. B.security agencies.
3. C.election stakeholders.
4. D.civil society.

Accepting other people's opinions and preferences, even when they live in a way one does not agree with defines

1. A.honesty.
2. B.tolerance.
3. C.cooperation.
4. D.courage.

Civil society organizations fight poverty by

1. A.checking the emergence of dictatorship.
2. B.strengthening good governance.
3. C.providing arena for the expression of diverse interest.
4. D.supporting the ruling political party.

The constitution is important because it

1. A.allows government institutions to act anyhow.
2. B.enables a particular ethnic group to control the government.
3. C.is applicable to the president only.
4. D.regulates all citizens.

Which of the following does a civil society advocate for?

1. A.Subjective criticism of government policies and programmes.
2. B.Emergence of dictatorship and political extremism.
3. C.Violent demonstrations to express views or positions.
4. D.Objectivity and respect for opposing views.

A responsible citizen can show loyalty and devotion to his country by

1. A.involving in jungle justice.
2. B.reporting any act of sabotage.
3. C.prosecuting criminals.
4. D.arresting criminals.

Violations of traffic codes are often dealt with by

1. A.loss of driving privileges.
2. B.criminal court.
3. C.payment of damages.
4. D.forfeiting a fine.

Civil society is regarded as an important organ of the society because it

1. A.involves the operation of government.
2. B.takes position on important policy questions.
3. C.represents the interests of powerful groups.
4. D.improves the generality of citizens' well being.

Building national values and ethical cultures can be hindered by

1. A.celebrating right people by media or society.
2. B.punishing influential individuals for misdeeds.
3. C.poor citizenship or followership.
4. D.strengthening societal worth or morals.

Establishment, maintenance and regulation of slaughterhouses and slabs is the statutory role of

1. A.federal government.
2. B.state government.
3. C.regional government.
4. D.local government.

Which of the following defines a legal member of a state?

1. A.Follower.
2. B.Alien.
3. C.Citizen.
4. D.Leader.

Constant appreciation of children by parents

1. A.makes children to be arrogant.
2. B.promotes withdrawal syndrome in children.
3. C.makes children secretive and selfless.
4. D.builds strong and confident children.

An individual who abuses drugs will experience the following except

1. A.healthy immune system.
2. B.withdrawal.
3. C.depression.
4. D.traces of insanity.

The right to rule based on the recognition of personal qualities is known as

1. A.traditional authority.
2. B.charismatic authority.
3. C.legal authority.
4. D.rational authority.

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) was proclaimed by the United Nation's

1. A.Security Council.
2. B.General Assembly.
3. C.International Court of Justice.
4. D.Economic and Social Court.

Dependency on foreign donors by civil society organizations primarily

1. A.promotes a long term strategy of chasing funds.
2. B.distracts the organizations from their missions.
3. C.promotes sustainability.
4. D.increase scope of activities.

Political participation can be limited by

1. A.wealth.
2. B.gender.
3. C.age.
4. D.religion.

One of the roles of the police as an important pillar of democracy is

1. A.subjecting citizens to the wishes of leaders.
2. B.guarding and protecting sensitive election materials.
3. C.suppressing opposition to the government.
4. D.helping the incumbent government to continue in office.

Which of the following institutions was set up to address the unfair treatments of citizens by public servants?

1. A.Independent Corrupt Practices Commission.
2. B.Economic and Financial Crimes Commission.
3. C.Public Complaint Commission/Ombudsman.
4. D.International Labour Organization

Some Civil Society Organizations do not get the needed attention from the government because of

1. A.awareness of their activities.
2. B.confrontation in some sensitive issues.
3. C.overbearing external influence.
4. D.open nature of the organization.

The reason the seven core freedoms of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) are so important is because

1. A.they concern individuals directly and influence their peaceful existence as human beings.
2. B.the violation of one right often leads to violation of another right.
3. C.they embody key values and rights of human beings.
4. D.they enable individuals to speak up and challenge poor treatment from a public authority.

The role of individuals in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) includes

1. A.incorporation of UDHR into the national constitution.
2. B.enacting laws that promote the objectives of UDHR.
3. C.tolerance of other people's views, opinions, beliefs etc.
4. D.carrying out advocacy programmes through the mass media.

Bureaucracy in public service simply means

1. A.favouritism.
2. B.nepotism.
3. C.red-tapism.
4. D.patriotism.

Constant changes in public service has led to

1. A.overdependence on crude oil.
2. B.abandonment of many projects.
3. C.large scale unemployment.
4. D.poor standard of living.

The rule of law requires that

1. A.government should be subject to the law.
2. B.the law should be subject to the government.
3. C.law should be made in respect of an individual.
4. D.the law should be subject to traditional rulers.

Youth empowerment programmes are aimed at giving the youth the opportunity to

1. A.become exceedingly wealthy.
2. B.be self-sufficient.
3. C.be physically strong.
4. D.have all their wants met.

To end the compulsive behavior of drug addiction, drugs addicts

1. A.can quit by themselves.
2. B.need support and treatment.
3. C.can relocate to a new environment.
4. D.should take a lesser dosage of drugs.

One can support a person with substance abuse problem by

1. A.counselling and rehabilitation.
2. B.hiding or throwing out drugs.
3. C.taking over the drug abusers' responsibilities.
4. D.covering up or making excuses for the drug abuser.

Trafficked persons are mainly lured with a promise of

1. A.schooling.
2. B.love.
3. C.employment.
4. D.protection.

A major source of funds to local government authorities is

1. A.donations.
2. B.import duties.
3. C.taxes on goods.
4. D.utility bills.

Which of the following is the key factor in fostering cooperation among members of the society?

1. A.Discipline.
2. B.Empathy.
3. C.Maturity.
4. D.Understanding.

Which of the immune system cells does HIV target or attack?

1. A.B-Cells.
2. B.T-Cells.
3. C.NK Cells.
4. D.Red blood cells.

Values are what we

1. A.can see, feel and touch.
2. B.believe in and imbibe.
3. C.avoid like a plague.
4. D.know as agents of civic education.

One of the citizenship values inculcated by parents into their children includes

1. A.tax evasion.
2. B.arrest of criminals.
3. C.fairness to all.
4. D.mob action.

The boldness to be honest in persecution is a manifestation of

1. A.humility.
2. B.obedience.
3. C.strength.
4. D.courage.

Civic education is also called

1. A.Civic socialism.
2. B.Citizenship education.
3. C.Citizenship socialism.
4. D.Cultural education.

Which of the following is not an agent of Civic education?

1. A.Family.
2. B.Print and electronic media.
3. C.Pressure group.
4. D.Ministry of Labour and Productivity.

The fundamental agent in children guidance, training and education is

1. A.peers.
2. B.parents.
3. C.society.
4. D.school.

The most common method of acquiring the citizenship of a country is by

1. A.registration.
2. B.birth.
3. C.marriage.
4. D.naturalization.

The qualities of being fair and reasonable in the way that people are treated is known as

1. A.integrity.
2. B.love.
3. C.justice.
4. D.honesty.

Section A: National Ethics, Discipline, Rights and Obligations
(a) Mention three bases of emergence of constituted authority in the society.
(b) Explain any six roles of traditional leaders in a democratic society.

Section A: National Ethics, Discipline, Rights and Obligations
(a) Explain community services.
(b) Outline any six benefits of community services.

Section A: National Ethics, Discipline, Rights and Obligations
(a) List three road users.
(b) Describe six requirements that road users must comply with to ensure safer roads.

Section B: Emerging Issues in the Society
Highlight five ways substance abuse can be curbed in various institutions of learning.

Section B: Emerging Issues in the Society
(a) Mention five ways HIV/AIDS can be prevented.
(b) Outline five symptoms that are usually associated with People Living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA).

Section B: Emerging Issues in the Society
(a) List three agencies responsible for curtailing human trafficking in your country.
(b) Outline six problems associated with human trafficking in your country.

Section C: Governmental System and Processes
(a) Explain the rule of law.
(b) Highlight six conditions that can enhance adherence to the principles of rule of law in a democracy.

Section C: Governmental System and Processes
Identify five challenges facing democracy in West Africa.

Section C: Governmental System and Processes
Highlight five scopes of the constitution.