WAEC Government 2000 Question 15

Question 15

Political Parties and Party Systems

Which of the following is a feature of an elite party?

  1. A.Members are recruited from the working class
  2. B.The leadership is composed of aristocrats and wealthy merchants
  3. C.It usually consists of existing associations, clubs and trade unions
  4. D.Its leadership has certain techniques which attract supporters.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (The leadership is composed of aristocrats and wealthy merchants)

Explanation

An elite (cadre) party is led and dominated by the wealthy and highly placed few.