Theory question 108
Democracy and ElectionsSection C: Governmental System and Processes
(a) Identify five reasons for the adoption of representative democracy in Nigeria.
(b) Explain five factors that retard the growth of democracy in Nigeria.
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Model answer
(a) Any five: large population; large size; complexity of modern government; ensures representation of all groups and constituencies; accountability through periodic elections; legitimacy; protection of rights.
(b) Any five, explained: corruption; electoral malpractice and violence; political apathy; poverty and illiteracy; ethnic and religious divisions; godfatherism; weak institutions; insecurity; lack of internal party democracy.
Explanation
Reasons in (a); explained factors in (b).