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What is the main difference between a direct democracy and a representative democracy?
What is the main difference between a direct democracy and a representative democracy?
- Direct democracy involves a single ruler making all decisions, while representative democracy involves collective decision-making.
- Direct democracy involves citizens making decisions themselves, while representative democracy involves elected officials making decisions on behalf of the citizens. (correct)
- Direct democracy is characterized by a two-party system, while representative democracy has multiple parties.
- Direct democracy relies on a monarch to make decisions, while representative democracy relies on direct voting by citizens.
Which factor is essential for ensuring free and fair elections in a democratic society?
Which factor is essential for ensuring free and fair elections in a democratic society?
- Presence of armed forces at polling stations
- Heavy government censorship of media
- Transparency in the electoral process (correct)
- Limited access to voting rights based on gender
What is the significance of universal suffrage in the electoral process?
What is the significance of universal suffrage in the electoral process?
- It limits voting rights to specific ethnic groups.
- It restricts voting rights to only wealthy individuals.
- It allows only certain educational levels to participate in elections.
- It ensures that every adult citizen has the right to vote. (correct)
Which type of franchise system allows for the greatest degree of citizen participation in decision-making?
Which type of franchise system allows for the greatest degree of citizen participation in decision-making?
What role does gerrymandering play in influencing election outcomes?
What role does gerrymandering play in influencing election outcomes?
What is a common critique of the First-Past-The-Post electoral system?
What is a common critique of the First-Past-The-Post electoral system?
In terms of electoral systems, what is a major concern associated with the Single Transferable Vote (STV) system?
In terms of electoral systems, what is a major concern associated with the Single Transferable Vote (STV) system?
What is a significant challenge faced by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Nigeria?
What is a significant challenge faced by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Nigeria?
Which of the following is a typical characteristic of an authoritarian electoral system?
Which of the following is a typical characteristic of an authoritarian electoral system?
What is a notable advantage of the Mixed-Member Proportional (MMP) electoral system?
What is a notable advantage of the Mixed-Member Proportional (MMP) electoral system?
