Post Utme Bells University 2025 Government Question 11

Practice objective / multiple choice question 11 from the 2025 Post Utme Bells University Government examination.

Post Utme Bells University 2025 Government Objective / Multiple Choice
Question 11 POST_UTME_BELLS_UNIVERSITY • 2025 • GOVERNMENT • objective

The concept of legitimacy in government is closely tied to the idea of authority. Explain how the two concepts differ, using examples from Nigeria's constitutional development.

Answer Options

Correct Answer A. Legitimacy refers to the moral right to govern, while authority refers to the power to enforce laws.
B. Legitimacy is concerned with the process of governance, while authority is concerned with the outcome.
C. Legitimacy is a product of authority, while authority is a product of legitimacy.
D. Legitimacy and authority are interchangeable terms.
Correct Answer
A
Correct Option:
Legitimacy refers to the moral right to govern, while authority refers to the power to enforce laws.

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