WAEC Government 1995 Question 27

Question 27

Political Parties and Party Systems

The most important merit of a multi-party system is that it

  1. A.guarantees the viability of many parties
  2. B.disallows smaller political parties from gaining political power
  3. C.reduces oppression within the various parties
  4. D.gives representation to the widest shades of opinion and interest
  5. E.is an option most popular in Africa.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (gives representation to the widest shades of opinion and interest)

Explanation

With many parties, people with different views and interests can find a party that represents them.