Question 35
POST_UTME_CRAWFORD_UNIVERSITY
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2019
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GOVERNMENT
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objective
The concept of legitimacy in public administration is closely related to the idea of authority. Discuss how the legitimacy of a government is affected by the manner in which it exercises its authority, and how this legitimacy is maintained over time.
Answer Options
Correct Answer
A.
The legitimacy of a government is increased when its authority is exercised in a fair and transparent manner, and this legitimacy is maintained over time through the use of symbolic power.
B.
The legitimacy of a government is decreased when its authority is exercised in a coercive or oppressive manner, and this legitimacy is maintained over time through the use of persuasive power.
C.
The legitimacy of a government is not affected by the manner in which its authority is exercised, and this legitimacy is maintained over time through the use of coercive power.
D.
The legitimacy of a government is increased when its authority is exercised in a fair and transparent manner, and this legitimacy is maintained over time through the use of expert authority.
Correct Answer
A
Correct Option:
The legitimacy of a government is increased when its authority is exercised in a fair and transparent manner, and this legitimacy is maintained over time through the use of symbolic power.
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2019
Government
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2019
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Government
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