WAEC Government 2014 Question 24

Question 24

Franchise, Elections and Electoral Systems

Universal Adult Suffrage is popular because it

  1. A.allows for equal political representation.
  2. B.allows for greater political participation.
  3. C.encourages a multi-party system.
  4. D.ensures equal performance of all political parties.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (allows for greater political participation.)

Explanation

By giving all qualified adults the vote, universal suffrage brings many more people into politics.