LOCAL GOVERNMENT

Question 1

What is Local Government?

Answer 1

A local government is a sub-government body created by the central government through an Act of Parliament to administer a local area.

Question 2

Describe the main functions of local authorities.

Answer 2

1. Provision of environmental services
   
   2. Provision of social amenities
   3. Provision of recreational facilities
   4. Maintaining law and order
   5. Provision of economic activities

Question 3

Discuss the problems associated with local government administration.

Answer 3

1.Bribery and Corruption
2. Negative work attitude
3. Inadequate trained personnel
4. Poor leadership
5. Insufficient funds

Question 4

State the advantages of local government in your country.

Answer 4

1. Train future leaders
   2. Links central and local government
   3. Quick decision making
   4. Brings government closer to the people
   5. Promotes self-governing
   6. Mobilization of resources

Question 5

What is a district assembly?

Answer 5

A district assembly is a local government body that helps manage and organize smaller areas within a country.

Question 6

What is the qualification of a member of a District Assembly in Ghana?

Answer 6

1. Must be a citizen of Ghana
   
   2. Must be a registered voter
   3. Must be at least eighteen years old
   4. Must be of sound mind

Question 7

Outline any six ways by which the revenue base of a local government can be improved.

Answer 7

1. Start profitable businesses.
   
   2. Regularly check finances.
   3. Increase government funding.
   4. Punish corruption.
   5. Educate people about paying taxes.
   6. Motivate tax collectors with incentives.

Question 8

Sources of Local government

Answer 8

1.License
2.Economic ventures
3.Fees