WAEC Government 1992 Theory question 102

Theory question 102

Pressure Groups

Section A (answer any two questions from this section)
Define pressure group and explain their mode of operation.

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Model answer

Definition: an organised group of people with common interests who try to influence government policy in their favour without seeking to control the government.
Methods: lobbying legislators and officials; petitions and memoranda; use of the mass media and propaganda; strikes and boycotts; demonstrations and protests; litigation (going to court); funding parties or candidates; seminars and public enlightenment; sending delegations to government; bribery and other illegal means (sometimes).

Explanation

Define, then explain at least five methods.