A government is legitimate if it

GOVERNMENT
WAEC 2010

A government is legitimate if it

  • A. comes to power through a coup d'etat
  • B. is not oppressive
  • C. provides social services for the people
  • D. has the mandate of the people to rule

Correct Answer: D. has the mandate of the people to rule

Explanation

Legitimacy of government is the popular acceptance of a government, political regime, or system of governance.



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