Importance of elections

Purpose of Election

1. There is change in government which makes it easier for the people to remove a bad government.
2. It gives elected representatives the legitimate right to rule.
3. The people have the free choice of choosing leaders.
4. It ensures control and accountability.
5. It fosters democracy.
6. Electorates are educated about their rights.
7. Election enhances equality of citizens’ votes.

Importance of Election

Election is important for the following reasons

1. To vote candidate of choice into power
2. To have a change of government
3. To make people participate in governance through their vote
4. To make people perform their political and civic right
5. To have a change of policy
6. To unseat the a government that is not performing well

Demerits of Election

1. Elections can divide the country into rivalry groups.
2. Division of the country for election purpose can cause disunity.
3. A lot of money and materials are wasted in conducting elections.
4. Rigging may put people of dubious intentions into the government.
5. The party in government may decide not to assist areas that did not vote or support them during elections.
6. Competent and experienced personnel may not be used in the administration.

Assessment

Enumerate the importance of election.