10 Questions
What is the main difference between a direct democracy and a representative democracy?
Direct democracy involves citizens making decisions themselves, while representative democracy involves elected officials making decisions on behalf of the citizens.
Which factor is essential for ensuring free and fair elections in a democratic society?
Transparency in the electoral process
What is the significance of universal suffrage in the electoral process?
It ensures that every adult citizen has the right to vote.
Which type of franchise system allows for the greatest degree of citizen participation in decision-making?
Open franchise system
What role does gerrymandering play in influencing election outcomes?
It manipulates electoral district boundaries to favor a particular party.
What is a common critique of the First-Past-The-Post electoral system?
Leads to a mismatch between popular vote and seat allocation
In terms of electoral systems, what is a major concern associated with the Single Transferable Vote (STV) system?
Complexity leading to voter confusion
What is a significant challenge faced by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Nigeria?
Lack of financial resources for electoral operations
Which of the following is a typical characteristic of an authoritarian electoral system?
Limited candidate choices for voters
What is a notable advantage of the Mixed-Member Proportional (MMP) electoral system?
Balances proportionality with accountability
Test your knowledge with 12 multiple-choice questions on different types of franchise, electoral systems, electoral processes, suffrage evolution, and free and fair elections. This quiz covers key concepts relevant to JAMB exams.
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