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WAEC Government 2000 Question 25

Question 25

Federal, Unitary and Confederal Systems

Which of the following best describes the relationship between the central and the component government in a federation?

  1. A.The central government collects revenue for component governments
  2. B.The central and component governments have equal powers
  3. C.The central government legislates for the component governments
  4. D.The central government is weaker than the component governments.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (The central and component governments have equal powers)

Explanation

In a federation the central and state governments are coordinate: each is independent and equal in status within its own sphere.