WAEC Government 1988 Question 56

Question 56

Federal, Unitary and Confederal Systems

In the federation, the purpose of enumerating the powers of the central government is to

  1. A.ensure efficient administration.
  2. B.ensure greater unity.
  3. C.reduce the financial burden of the units.
  4. D.limit its powers against those of the units.
  5. E.reduce corruption in the government of the units.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (limit its powers against those of the units.)

Explanation

Listing the central government's powers in the constitution limits it and protects the powers of the units.