Compulsory Acquisition of Property by the State

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What does the text specify as a requirement for the compulsory acquisition of property by the State?

Prompt payment of fair and adequate compensation (correct)

No compensation to be paid

Exclusive ownership of the property

Access to free legal services

Who has the right to access the High Court in case of compulsory acquisition of property according to the text?

Only lawyers

Any person with an interest in the property (correct)

Only government officials

Foreign investors

In what court can a person appeal for the determination of their interest or right over a compulsorily acquired property?

International Court of Justice

Supreme Court

High Court (correct)

Local Village Council

What must the State do if the compulsory acquisition involves displacement of inhabitants?

Resettle the displaced inhabitants on suitable alternative land (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which factor should the State consider when resettling displaced inhabitants according to the text?

Taking into account their social and cultural values (B) Signup and view all the answers

An adjudicating authority must be established by _____ law.

Constitutional (A) Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can an adjudicating authority exclude persons from proceedings according to the text?

When publicity would prejudice the interests of justice (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a reason for an adjudicating authority to conduct proceedings in public according to the text?

National security (C) Signup and view all the answers

An adjudicating authority must provide a fair hearing within _____ time according to the text.

A reasonable (A) Signup and view all the answers

Who can be excluded from the proceedings by an adjudicating authority?

Parties to the proceedings and their lawyers (A) Signup and view all the answers

When can an adjudicating authority order exclusion from the proceedings based on public morality according to the text?

If it is expedient (C) Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of eligible voters must cast their votes at a referendum for an issue to be considered determined?

50% (A) Signup and view all the answers

In case of a referendum involving the merger of two or more regions, what percentage of persons entitled to vote in each region must vote in favor of the merger for the issue to be considered determined?

60% (B) Signup and view all the answers

Who has the authority to recommend holding a referendum for the creation, alteration, or merger of regions?

The Commission of Inquiry (A) Signup and view all the answers

What role does the President play in the process of holding a referendum?

Referring recommendations to the Electoral Commission (A) Signup and view all the answers

If a referendum involves a merger of two regions, what happens to the requirement specified in clause (6) of the article?

It does not apply (C) Signup and view all the answers

How are the results of a referendum given effect after it has taken place?

By issuing a constitutional instrument (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the Constitution allow in terms of forming or joining political parties?

It allows citizens to form or join political parties with qualifications and laws imposed by the government. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can a court impose restrictions on a person's movement within Ghana?

Only if the person is found guilty of a criminal offense under Ghanaian law. (D) Signup and view all the answers

In what case can restrictions be imposed on the movement of non-citizens in Ghana?

If they are not citizens of Ghana. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can restrictions be imposed on the movement or residence of a class of persons within Ghana?

When it is required in the interest of public safety, health, or essential services. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one reason a court may impose restrictions on a person's movement within Ghana?

To ensure they appear before court for trial. (B) Signup and view all the answers

When can restrictions be imposed on a person for safeguarding the people of Ghana?

For teaching doctrines disrespectful to the nationhood of Ghana. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main obligation of administrative bodies and officials according to the text?

Act fairly and reasonably (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a right related to economic rights as per the text?

Right to free healthcare benefits (A) Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can restrictions be placed on the right to form or join a trade union?

Restrictions imposed by law only (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the right every worker is assured of according to the text?

Rest, leisure, and limited working hours (C) Signup and view all the answers

Who has the right to seek redress before a court or other tribunal?

Persons aggrieved by administrative acts (C) Signup and view all the answers

In what circumstances can administrative bodies act unreasonably according to the text?

Administrative bodies should not act unreasonably (B) Signup and view all the answers