Theory question 110
Military RuleOutline any four ways of preventing military intervention in politics.
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Any four: free and fair elections; good governance and accountability; fighting corruption; respect for the rule of law and the constitution; political education and a vigilant citizenry ready to resist coups; professionalism and good welfare of the armed forces; keeping the military out of politics and its recruitment balanced (federal character); entrenching constitutional provisions that outlaw coups; economic development to reduce discontent; international sanctions (e.g. AU/ECOWAS non-recognition of coup leaders).
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