WAEC Government 2003 Question 20

Question 20

Franchise, Elections and Electoral Systems

One of the main functions of an election is

  1. A.co-ordination of electoral activities
  2. B.making of rules for governance
  3. C.legitimization of the government
  4. D.creating an avenue for politicians to make money.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (legitimization of the government)

Explanation

Winning a free election gives the government the people's consent, which makes it legitimate.