WAEC Government 2021 Question 43

Question 43

Franchise, Elections and Electoral Systems

Undue political interference in the work of electoral management bodies in West Africa has the potential to

  1. A.ensure fairness and transparency in their operations.
  2. B.employ qualified returning officers.
  3. C.erode the independence of the institution.
  4. D.make all the parties accept election results.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (erode the independence of the institution.)

Explanation

When politicians interfere, the electoral body can no longer act independently and impartially.