Observation

 

This question was attempted by majority of the candidates and their performance in this question was tremendous in the three parts. They were able to use the activities of the contemporary society to relate to factors that can lead to political apathy and subsequently, its effects and dangers of political party as well as suggesting way of addressing apathy.  Additional points candidates missed out are:

a. Definition of political apathy

Political apathy is the loss of interest and manifestations of withdrawal from politics/political activities by citizens of a country.

b. Dangers of political apathy to the society

1. Dangers of political apathy to the society
2. Emergence of undemocratic government.
3. Lack of accountability by government officials.
4. Denial of citizen’s rights.
5. Breeding of corruption in government.
6. Denial of the dividends of democracy to the electorate.
7. Slowing down the pace of political development.
8. Loss of respect for political leaders.

c. Ways of addressing political apathy

1. Creating awareness of political rights of citizens.
2. Defending the political rights of the less privilege in the society.
3. Encouraging participation in election and other political activities.
4. Encouraging press freedom.
5. Encouraging an independent and corrupt free electoral body.
6. Cultivating civic values in the citizens.
7. Joining/forming political organizations.
8. Ensuring effective teaching and learning of civic education in schools.
9. Discouraging the use of political thugs/electoral violence.