WAEC Government 2012 Question 45

Question 45

Military Rule

A military coup d'etat is followed by

  1. A.enforcement of fundamental human rights.
  2. B.suspension of the constitution.
  3. C.breaking of diplomatic relations with foreign countries.
  4. D.mass importation of fire arms.
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Answer: B (suspension of the constitution.)

Explanation

After a coup the soldiers usually suspend (parts of) the constitution and rule by decree.