Census crisis 1962/63 - SS3 Government Past Questions and Answers - page 1
1
What sparked the Census crisis of 1962/63 in Nigeria?
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A
Disagreements over population data
B
Disputes over electoral districts
C
The formation of new political parties
2
What did the federal government attempt to do with the census data in the Census crisis of 1962/63?
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A
Use it to redraw the boundaries of electoral districts
B
Publish it in the national newspapers
C
Publish it in the national newspapers
3
How was the Census crisis of 1962/63 resolved?
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A
Through violence and military intervention
B
Through negotiation and compromise
C
Through a referendum
4
What was the lasting impact of the Census crisis of 1962/63 on Nigerian politics and society?
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A
Greater trust and cooperation between different groups
B
Increased regional and ethnic tensions
C
The formation of a strong central government
5
What did the Census crisis of 1962/63 reveal about Nigeria's political and social landscape?
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A
The country was deeply divided along ethnic and regional lines
B
The country was unified and cohesive
C
The government was effective in resolving disputes
6
What was the main issue that led to the Census crisis of 1962/63?
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7
What was the federal government's response to the controversy surrounding the census data?
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8
What was the outcome of the Census crisis of 1962/63?
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