WAEC Government 1998 Question 9

Question 9

Federal, Unitary and Confederal Systems

One of the reasons why states form a federation is to

  1. A.make the government of a small nation easy
  2. B.keep the residual powers
  3. C.cater for local differences
  4. D.be able to take quick decisions
  5. E.have a rigid constitution.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (cater for local differences)

Explanation

Federalism lets different groups keep control of their local affairs while uniting for common purposes.