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GCE Government 2023 Theory — Question 4

Question 4 of 10 from the General Certificate of Education (GCE) Government 2023 Theory paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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Question 4. In what five ways does political socialization assist in the democratic process of a state?

Model answer

1. It helps in the transmission of political values/norms to the younger generation. 2. It encourages political participation in the country. 3. It helps instill values of patriotism and nationalism/loyalty in the people. 4. It helps in political recruitment of youths and interested individuals. 5. It promotes political education/enlightenment for the people. (Other acceptable: it promotes interest in the governance of the state; it helps in the formation of public opinion; it helps in the development of political culture in the state; it ensures responsibility and accountability in governance; it inculcates political traditions in successive generations; it helps in stabilizing the political system in the country; it enhances the legitimacy of political institutions/systems; it creates awareness of political institutions and processes; it enhances critical thinking and evaluation/assessment.)

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