WAEC Civic Education 2017 Objective — Question 7

Question 7 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Civic Education 2017 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

7. The rights of citizens can be guaranteed through

A. A. gerrymandering
B. B. the writ of habeas corpusCorrect
C. C. prerogative of mercy
D. D. political immunity

Explanation

The writ of habeas corpus prevents unlawful detention of citizens, thereby guaranteeing their rights.

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