Correct Answer: D. limited franchise

Correct Answer: B. the making of a new constitution

Explanation

(a) A constitution could be defined as the fundamental laws customs, conventions, rules and regulations stipulating how a country is governed. The constitution also explains the working of the organs of government, the functions of the government functionaries and the rights, duties and obligations of its citizens. The term constitutionalism refers to a limited government. It means that the power of government should be defined and limited by the laws of the land as embodied in the constitution. The activities and functions of those in government should conform with the provisions of the constitution. The constitution, therefore, has succeeded in describing the different organs of government, their functions and how they relate to one another . Constitutionalism as a principle is not a constitution but only puts limitation to the activities of individuals and the government etc. This principle also empowers the judiciary to declare illegal or unconstitutional actions of those in government that contradict with the provisions of the constitution. Individuals also can challenge any actions of government seen as unconstitutional in courts.

(b) Characteristics of a Constitutional Government:

(1) There must be independent and impartial judiciary.

(ii) The Fundamental Human Rights must be recognised and protected.

(iii) There is the existence of party systems e.g two-party, multi-party systems.

(iv) Everybody should be equal before the law.

(iv)The application of the principles of separation of powers.

(v) Citizens have equal political rights to vote and be voted for in any political election.

(vii) There should be freedom of the press, no censorship.

(viii) The procedure for changing government should be entrenched in the constitution.

(ix) There should be the application of the rule of law as contained in the constitution.

Correct Answer: A. primary election

Correct Answer: A. Majority rule

Explanation

1. All the major decisions are taken by the candidates elected by people.
2. Elections provide with fair opportunity to the people to change the present government.
3. The opportunity of dissolving the government is equal for all. Regular elections and the option of dissolution makes up the government

Correct Answer: D. take charge of local administration

Correct Answer: A. ECOWAS

Explanation

Nigeria is a founding member of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). ECOWAS is a regional political and economic union of fifteen countries located in West Africa. It was established on May 28, 1975, and Nigeria is one of the founding members.

Correct Answer: C. express opinion within the limits of the law

Correct Answer: A. ability to impose one's will upon others

Correct Answer: D. legitimate authority