WAEC Government 2007 Question 2

Question 2

The State and Government

Which of the following is not an aim for the existence of a State?

  1. A.Promotion of economic independence
  2. B.Provision of welfare services
  3. C.Maintenance of external relations
  4. D.Promotion of a common lingua franca.
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Answer: D (Promotion of a common lingua franca.)

Explanation

States exist to provide welfare, security, development and external relations; having one common language is not a purpose of the state.