WAEC Government 1994 Question 22

Question 22

Pressure Groups

The principal aim of pressure groups is to

  1. A.subvert the government
  2. B.support the government
  3. C.influence the citizens
  4. D.influence the government
  5. E.undertake the political education of citizens.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (influence the government)

Explanation

Pressure groups try to influence government policies in favour of their members, without seeking to take over government.