(a) in what five ways can citizens demonstrate political apathy (b) Give five reasons for political apathy.

Assessment: WAEC SSCE - Civic Education - 2018 (Essay) Subject: Civic Education

Question 1 Report

(a) in what five ways can citizens demonstrate political apathy

(b) Give five reasons for political apathy. 
 

Answer Details

(a) Five ways citizens can demonstrate political apathy

  1. Refusal to vote - staying away from the polling booth on election day.
  2. Refusal to register or collect voter cards - not enrolling in the voters' register.
  3. Refusal to contest for or accept political office - avoiding elective and appointive positions.
  4. Failure to attend political rallies, meetings and campaigns - showing no interest in party or community political activities.
  5. Refusal to join a political party or discuss political issues - staying indifferent to public affairs and government decisions.

(b) Five reasons for political apathy

  1. Bad governance and unfulfilled promises - broken campaign promises make citizens lose interest.
  2. Electoral fraud and rigging - people feel their votes will not count.
  3. Illiteracy and ignorance - lack of political awareness of rights and duties.
  4. Fear of political violence and intimidation - thuggery and killings scare people away.
  5. Corruption and lack of trust in politicians - disappointment with dishonest leaders discourages participation. (Also poverty and lack of incentives.)

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