Government 2, WASSCE (PC, 2ND) 2022

Question 4

 

Identify five major which features if present and functioning are indicatin of a strong democracy in a state.

Observation

This was a popular question. The performance of candidates that attempted the question was good as they understood the demands of the question and demonstrated good mastery of the subject. They performed credibly well and scored high marks. However, candidates are to provide the following points in order to score good marks.

  1. Independent electoral management body
  2. Free, fair and periodic elections
  3. Respect for and protection of Fundamental Human Rights
  4. Inclusiveness of all sectors of society
  5. Freedom of expression/vibrant public opinion
  6. Right to information
  7. Freedom of association
  8. Functioning House of Representatives/Legislature
  9. Strong democratic institutions eg Ombudsman
  10. Free and vibrant media
  11. Active civil society
  12. Multi-party system
  13. Respect for Rule of Law
  14. Adult franchise with equal value/ Adult Suffrage
  15. Constitutionalism/Respect for the provisions of the Constitution
  16. Respect for minority rights
  17. Existence of separation of powers/checks and balances
  18. An independent judiciary
  19. Existence of effective pressure groups/interest groups
  20. Popular participation by citizens in government
  21. Majority rule
  22. The existence of transparency and accountability in governance
  23. Tolerance of opposing views
  24. Tolerance of opposition parties
  25. Fixed tenure of office
  26. Provision of procedure for constitutional amendment
Freedom of assembly/association