WAEC Government 1991 (August) Question 55

Question 55

Political Parties and Party Systems

Which of the following is not common to both political parties and pressure groups in post- independence Nigeria?

  1. A.constitutional provisions
  2. B.threat of proscriptions by the government
  3. C.arrest and detention of members
  4. D.election/selection of leaders
  5. E.harassment by the military government.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (constitutional provisions)

Explanation

The constitution regulates political parties but has no provisions for pressure groups.