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2025 WAEC Civic Education Theory a) outline three factors that determine the legitimacy of a constituted authority in the society...

Civic Education
WAEC 2025

a) outline three factors that determine the legitimacy of a constituted authority in the society

b) highlight six factors that facilitates citizens' obedience to constituted authority in nigeria

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Explanation

a) The legitimacy of a constituted authority in society is determined by the following factors:
- Consent of the Governed: The authority must be established with the consent of the people. This is usually achieved
through elections.
- Rule of Law: The authority must operate within the confines of the law. Any authority that operates outside the law is
considered illegitimate.
- Respect for Human Rights: The authority must respect and protect the human rights of the citizens Any authority
that violates human rights is considered illegitimate.

 

b) The following are six factors that facilitate citizens' obedience to constituted authority in Nigeria:
- Education: When citizens are educated about the importance of obeying the law, they are more likely to do so.
- Fear of Punishment: The fear of punishment for disobedience can also make citizens obey the law.
- Respect for Authority: When citizens respect the authority, they are more likely to obey the law.
- Good Governance: When the government is transparent and accountable, citizens are more likely to obey the law.
- Economic Incentives: Economic incentives such as tax breaks can also encourage citizens to obey the lawdows
- Cultural Values: In some cultures, obedience to authority is a deeply ingrained value.


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