Government 2004 JAMB Past Questions - Question 35: The agent through which the state undertakes political socialization is the

Correct Answer

D

Explanation

The agent through which the state undertakespolitical socialization is the pressure group. Pressure groups areorganisations or associations^ people who seek to influence government policiesand actions and people in authority to the benefit of their members. Pressuregroups do not intend to contest election and control the government. They actas the watch-dogs that check the activities of the government. For instance, thepresent struggle between the NLC and Obasanjo regime over the increase in fuel.Students Union also influence and help to change obnoxious policies ofgovernment such as signing of Nigerian Anglo Defence pact of the first Republic Ans A&B