Nigerian election 1965 - SS3 Government Past Questions and Answers - page 1
1
What was the main cause of the electoral crisis in the Nigerian election of 1965?
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A
Voter apathy
B
Widespread electoral malpractices
C
Ethic harmony
2
Which region of Nigeria felt marginalized and disadvantaged by the election results?
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A
Eastern region
B
Western region
C
Northern region
3
What was the outcome of the election crisis?
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A
Political stability
B
Military rule
C
Increase in foreign investment
4
What was the government's response to the crisis?
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A
Postponement of the general election
B
Fresh elections
C
Formation of a national unity government
5
What was the major consequence of the electoral crisis?
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A
The emergence of a two-party system
B
The strengthening of regional political parties
C
The collapse of democracy
6
What were the two main effects of the electoral crisis on Nigeria?
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7
What was the reaction of the Northern region to the election results?
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