Basic Concepts of Government
Government SSS 1 First Term
WEEK 2
Basic Concepts of Government
Performance Objectives
Student should be able to explain:
i. Meaning of Power.
ii. Authority.
iii. Legitimacy.
iv. Sovereignty.
Power
Power is the capacity to affect another's behaviour by the threat of sanction. The sanctions may be negative or positive.
Forms of Power
1. Political power
The elected President or Prime Minister of a state possesses political power. It is the power derived from the people and the constitution.
2. Economic power
An individual in possession of economic resources could use such to influence issues in a state.
3. Military power
The armed forces, army, navy and.... View More
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