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Ghana's Transition to a Republic State

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Why was Ghana not considered a republican state at independence in 1957?

The British Monarch directly controlled Ghana's economy.

The Governor-General was not locally elected.

The British government imposed a constitution on Ghana.

Dr. Kwame Nkrumah shared executive functions with the British monarch. (correct)

What was one of the main reasons Ghana adopted a republican system?

To ensure total sovereignty for Ghana. (correct)

To increase British influence in Ghana.

To establish a monarchy in Ghana.

To maintain colonial ties.

What was the role of the British Monarch in Ghana before becoming a republic?

Executive president

Speaker of Parliament

Chief Justice

Ceremonial head of state (correct)

Why did the people of Ghana want to adopt their own political and economic ideology?

To promote rapid development. Signup and view all the answers

What did the 1960 constitution of Ghana establish in terms of the executive branch?

A mono-cephalous executive Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the plebiscite organized in Ghana in April?

To determine support for a republican government Signup and view all the answers

Under the 1960 constitution of Ghana, what was the role of Kwame Nkrumah?

Named the first president of Ghana Signup and view all the answers

What type of legislature did the 1960 constitution provide for in Ghana?

Unicameral legislature Signup and view all the answers

What special power was given to Dr. Kwame Nkrumah as the first President under the 1960 constitution?

Make laws during his term of office Signup and view all the answers

How did the 1960 constitution of Ghana define the voting rights of its citizens?

Universal adult suffrage Signup and view all the answers