(a) Define the term “popular participation”.
(b) State six reasons for popular participation in the society
Explanation
(a) Definition Popular Participation
– Popular participation: is a process whereby people are permitted to take part in the political system on the basis of equality
– Popular participation: refers to th active involvement of citizens in the socio-political activities of a country
– Popular participation: is a process of involvement of the citizens in the conduct of the affairs of society at different levels.
(b) Reasons for popular participation in the society
i. To take part in the management of the national resources
ii. To acquire political power
iii. To promote popular consciousness
iv. To correct the previous anomalies of government
v. To promote political awareness and education
vi. To acquire economic power
vii. To acquire public respect
viii. To foster political stability
ix. To enable people to gain socio-economic and political power
x. To fight against the ills of the society