Government 2, WASSCE (PC, 2ND) 2022

Question 2

Outline five major functions of a democratic legislature in Nigeria.

Observation

This was a popular question and was attempted by most of the candidates. The performance of the candidates who attempted it was good as they really understood its demands. The candidates were expected to provide the following answers to the question.

  1. Represent the interest of their constituents
  2. Pass bills/make laws/law making
  3. Scrutinize statutory instruments
  4. Confirm executive appointments
  5. Ratify treaties
  6. Financial oversight/approval of budget
  7. Inquisitorial role/investigative role
  8. Redress constitutional grievances
  9. Protection of individual rights
  10. Protect the constitution
  11. Serve as a check on the executive and judicial arm of government
  12. Serves as a link between the people and the government
  13. It approves declaration of war
  14. It approves the creation of states/regions
  15. It has the power of impeachment/removal of the president
  16. The power to amend the constitution and other laws
  17. Approval of declaration of state of emergency