Question 22
Franchise, Elections and Electoral SystemsThe purpose of an election is to
- A.allow people to participate in choosing their leaders
- B.provide social amenities for the electorate
- C.declare election results
- D.give people political education
- E.allow the counting of votes in public.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A (allow people to participate in choosing their leaders)
Explanation
Elections are the means by which citizens choose those who will represent and govern them.