WAEC Government 2013 Question 2

Question 2

The State and Government

Which of the following is not an acceptable function of government?

  1. A.Defence.
  2. B.Subversion.
  3. C.Embarking on public enlightenment.
  4. D.Providing social amenities.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Subversion.)

Explanation

Subversion means working to overthrow or undermine a government, which no government should do. The rest are normal functions.