MEANING & SCOPE OF GOVERNMENT
Features / Characteristics of a nation: A nation must have population of people. It must have a common identity of language and culture. It may not have a clearly defined boundary. It may not have a sovereign government.
define a nation: Is a group of people who are bound together by a common culture, common ancestry, common history or tradition, common language, common religion and common territory. In Nigeria, we have the Yoruba, Hausa-Fulani and Igbo nations.
Features of state A state has no minimum population. A state must have a definite territory. It must have supreme authority. A state must be sovereign. It must have essential institutions to maintain law and order. A state must be recognized both internally and externally. The state remains a permanent feature. The sustenance and prestige …
definition of state: A state is a legal entity with an organized government, which is free from external control and has a sovereign power to make and enforce laws and even regulate the conduct of its citizens. A state is the same as a country.
definition of society: This entails the integration of people with like mind, same interest and principles for a harmonious settlement.
Here are the reasons why we study government: It helps us know our fundamental human rights. It helps us to actively participate in politics. It enables an average citizen to have enough political awareness. It also enables us to know our duties/obligations. It helps us acquire leadership skills/qualities. It helps provides solutions to socio-political and …