WAEC Government 2000 Question 4

Question 4

Citizenship, Rights and Duties

Freedom of speech is a fundamental human right enjoyed by citizens but it may be limited if

  1. A.loyalty is not shown to the ruling party
  2. B.it exposes the wrong-doings of the government
  3. C.it endangers the security of the state
  4. D.it is used to cause embarrassment to the judiciary.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (it endangers the security of the state)

Explanation

Free speech can lawfully be restricted in the interest of national security and public order.