Theory question 105
Franchise, Elections and Electoral Systems(a) State three types of elections.
(b) Explain four purposes elections serve in a democratic state.
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Model answer
(a) Any three: general election; by-election; primary election; run-off/second ballot; local government election; referendum/plebiscite; direct and indirect elections.
(b) Any four: choosing representatives and leaders; peaceful change of government; giving government legitimacy; making leaders accountable (removing failed ones); allowing citizens to take part in politics; letting the people express their will on policies (sovereignty of the people); political education of voters; recruiting new leaders.
Explanation
Name three types in (a); explain four purposes in (b).