Causes of Election Malpractice - JSS2 Civic education Lesson Note
- Political Competition: Fierce competition among political parties and candidates for power and influence can incentivize unethical behavior and resort to election malpractice to gain an advantage.
- Weak Electoral Laws and Institutions: Inadequate legal frameworks, enforcement mechanisms, and institutional capacity to monitor and regulate elections can create loopholes for malpractice to occur unchecked.
- Socioeconomic Factors: Socioeconomic disparities, poverty, and lack of education may make individuals more susceptible to coercion, manipulation, or exploitation during elections.
- Corruption: Widespread corruption within electoral management bodies, law enforcement agencies, or political parties can facilitate election malpractice and undermine the credibility of electoral processes.
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