2013 - WAEC Government Past Questions and Answers - page 1

The rule of law is a principle that suggests that every person is subject to the law, including lawmakers themselves. * **A. democracy is practised:** This is the correct answer. Democracy is associated with the rule of law because it emphasizes equality before the law and the protection of rights for all citizens. * **B. laws are kept secret:** This is incorrect. The rule of law requires that laws are public, accessible, and understandable so people know what is expected of them. * **C. revolution is encouraged:** This is incorrect. Revolution often leads to the breakdown of law and order. * **D. only the elite can govern:** This is incorrect. The rule of law applies to everyone, regardless of their social status.

Delegated legislation involves the transfer of law-making power from the legislature (Parliament) to other bodies or individuals. A key criticism of this is that it encroaches on the power of the parliament, as it allows non-elected bodies to create laws, potentially undermining the principle of representative democracy.