Post Utme Igbinedion University 2018 Government Question 6

Practice objective / multiple choice question 6 from the 2018 Post Utme Igbinedion University Government examination.

Post Utme Igbinedion University 2018 Government Objective / Multiple Choice
Question 6 POST_UTME_IGBINEDION_UNIVERSITY • 2018 • GOVERNMENT • objective

The concept of legitimacy in the context of government refers to the idea that a government derives its authority from the consent of the governed. Which of the following best describes the relationship between legitimacy and authority?

Answer Options

Correct Answer A. Legitimacy is a necessary condition for authority, but not sufficient.
B. Authority is a necessary condition for legitimacy, but not sufficient.
C. Legitimacy and authority are interchangeable terms.
D. Legitimacy is a synonym for authority.
Correct Answer
A
Correct Option:
Legitimacy is a necessary condition for authority, but not sufficient.

About This Question

This is Post Utme Igbinedion University 2018 Government Question 6. It is one of the objective questions from the 2018 Post Utme Igbinedion University Government examination.

View More Post Utme Igbinedion University 2018 Government Questions More Post Utme Igbinedion University Practice Questions Back to Questions

Master the Exam!

You've seen a preview, but there are thousands more questions plus AI tutor to break down complex solutions.

Unlock Full Access Available for Android & Windows
Chat with Support