Theory question 101
The State and Government(a) Describe the term Government as an art of governing.
(b) Highlight any four duties of government.
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Model answer
(a) Government as an art of governing is the process and activity of ruling: making laws, formulating and carrying out policies, settling disputes and running the affairs of the state through its institutions and officials.
(b) Any four:
1. Making laws.
2. Maintaining law and order.
3. Defending the country against external attack.
4. Protecting lives, property and rights.
5. Providing social services and infrastructure.
6. Raising revenue (taxes).
7. Conducting external relations.
8. Settling disputes through courts.
Explanation
Separate the meaning of government as an activity from government as an institution or a subject.