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WAEC Government 2025 Objective — Question 22

Question 22 of 52 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Government 2025 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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Why is delegated legislation a key component of a democratic system?

  • A. Because it allows easy passage of laws and unconditional political power by elected officials
  • B. Because it enables detailed regulations by expertsCorrect
  • C. Because it eliminates the stress level of elected officials
  • D. Because it ensures uniform application of laws and punitive punishment

Explanation

Delegated legislation is the process where the legislature transfers law-making power on certain issues to non-legislative bodies such as executive agencies, allowing subject-matter experts to make detailed regulations.

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