Describe any five problems associated with a single party system of government.

Explanation

Problems Associated with single party System of Government.

(i) Dictatorship: A one-party system leads to dictatorship and oppression.

(ii) Political education: There is a limit to political education in the system.

(iii) Public opinion: The system neglects the opinion of the public that is opposed to party policy.

(iv) The rule of law: The system ignores the principle of the rule of law.

(v) It is undemocratic: This is because it does not allow for freedom of choice.

(vi) No opposition: The system discourages open criticism of government policies. In fact, there is no opposition.

(vii) Instability: A one-party system leads to political instability.

(viii) Change of government: Change of government is not always smooth and peaceful.

(ix) Autocratic government: A single party system creates an elitist or autocratic government.