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JAMB 2011 - Question 15

Government 2011 JAMB Past Questions - Question 15: The earliest classification of constitutions was the work of

Choose the most appropriate option for the gap .
The earliest classification of constitutions was the work of
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Correct Answer

C

Explanation

The earliest classification of constitutions wasthe work of (Aristotle. Aristotle in his politics, had a lot to say aboutconstitution. He was quite able to differentiate between two kinds of rules:ruble by passion, that is rules by men of desire and caprice; and rules byreason. He clearly remarked that the former is not a good government due tomen's selfish interest and passion. He said that a society will think of goodgovernment if such a government is governed by reason that is laws.