2024 NECO GCE CIVIC: 2024 NECO GCE CIVIC EDUCATION ANSWERS (4743)

(2)
(i)Lack of accountability: there will be no accountability on the part of the government because the people that are supposed to keep the government and the leaders in check have shown no interest in the affairs of the country.

(ii)Corruption: corruption will set in when dishonourable people fill the vacuum created by the absence of credible citizens

(iii)Emergence of an undemocratic government: government that would emerge may not reflect the wishes of the people.

(iv)Slow pace of political development: political apathy hinders proper political participation which ultimately affects development.

(v)lawlessness and disorderliness in society; Inability to protect the principles and ideals of democracy in the society e.g. refusal to protest against bad policies and bad governance

(4)
(i)Right to non discrimination, equality before the law and equal protection by the law

(ii) Right to freedom from forced labour, slavery alike practices and servitude

(iii) Right to life, liberty and security of the person

(5i)
Life Coping skills; refer to strategies used to help you get through difficult situations that life throws at you. Everyone has ups and downs. Stressful situations are inevitable and that is when our strength is put to the test.

(5ii)
Manipulative skills; this involve moving or using an object with hands or feet to achieve a goal or complete a task. These include fine and gross

(5iii)
Leadership skills; are the strengths and abilities individuals demonstrate that help the oversee processes, guide initiatives and steer their employees toward the achievement of goals.

(6a)
Drug abuse is the use of illegal drugs or the use of prescription or over-the-counter medications in ways other than recommended or intended

(6b)
(i) Mental health disorder: If you have a mental health disorder such as depression, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or post-traumatic stress disorder, you're more likely to become addicted to drugs.

(ii) Peer pressure: Peer pressure is a strong factor in starting to use and misuse drugs, particularly for young people

(iii) Lack of family involvement: Difficult family situations or lack of a bond with your parents or siblings may increase the risk of addiction, as can a lack of parental supervision.

(iv) Early use: Using drugs at an early age can cause changes in the developing brain and increase the likelihood of progressing to drug addiction.