Lesson Notes, Audio Lessons, Exam Questions
Lesson Notes, Audio Lessons, Exam Questions
SS 3 Civic Education notes cover topics from the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd term of the WAEC and NECO syllabus. These well-structured notes provide an in-depth understanding of key concepts in Civic Education, empowering students to excel in their exams.
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Access detailed SS 3 Civic Education notes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd term, aligned with WAEC & NECO syllabi. Study key concepts and excel in your exams.
What is the concept of the rule of law? The rule of law is a foundational principle that upholds the supremacy of law, as administered through ordinary courts. It asserts that all citizens, including government officials, are equally subject to…
Meaning of Public Service Public service refers to the activities, roles, and functions carried out by government institutions, agencies, and individuals to meet the needs of the general public and promote the common good. It involves providing essential services, enforcing…
Abraham Lincoln famously stated that democracy is a form of governance that derives its power from the people, is executed by the people, and serves the interests of the people. This governmental framework involves individuals exercising their political authority through…
Popular participation refers to the enthusiastic and proactive involvement of the populace in managing the affairs of the state across different levels. This active engagement holds significant importance within a democratic framework, facilitating the efficient functioning and stability of the…
Characteristics and Categories of Human Rights Human rights are fundamental rights and freedoms inherent to all individuals, regardless of nationality, ethnicity, gender, religion, or any other characteristic. They are considered essential for maintaining human dignity, promoting equality, and fostering a…
Civil society constitutes the realm beyond the confines of family, state, and market, where individuals come together to promote shared interests. It is commonly denoted as the ‘third sector,’ distinct from governmental and corporate entities, encapsulating a collection of non-governmental…
Human trafficking refers to the recruitment, transportation, receipt, and harbouring of individuals in exchange for money. It involves exploiting vulnerable people, particularly women and children, who are subjected to forced labour, slavery, servitude, and prostitution. Those involved in this illicit…
Fighting the political apathy Political apathy, a prevalent phenomenon in contemporary society, encapsulates the passive and disengaged attitude or, in some cases, outright refusal of citizens to actively participate in the multifaceted realm of their state’s political affairs. This widespread…
Constitutional democracy is a form of government that is founded on the principles of popular sovereignty, respect for fundamental human rights, and adherence to the rule of law. It is a system where the people hold ultimate political authority, and…
Human rights are basic or fundamental rights that citizens of a country must enjoy. These rights are usually written in the country’s constitution. Examples of human rights are: right to life, right to freedom of speech, right to freedom of…
Civil society is the arena outside of the family, the state and the market where people associate to advance common interests. It is also referred to as the ‘third sector’ of society distinct from government and business organizations or the…
This is a system of government in which political powers in a country are shared between the central government and the component units. The central government is the federal government and the component units are the state and local governments.…
A Constitution of a country is the whole body of fundamental laws or rules that guides a country. It can also be defined as a written or unwritten document containing the rules and regulations of a country. Types of constitution…
What is Citizenship? Citizenship is the state of being a citizen. It also means the state of having rights and duties of a citizen. A citizen is a legal member of a state or country. The citizenship of Nigeria can…
The civil service commission is an independent body set up by the government to recruit people into the civil service. The commission is charged with the responsibility of promotion, discipline and dismissal of civil servants. The civil service commission is…
The civil service is a department in the executive arm of government which is responsible for the execution of policies and programmes of the government. The civil service workers are known as Civil Servants. Each ministry in the civil service…
What is rule of law? Rule of Law is the Principle that law (as administered by the ordinary courts) is supreme and that all citizens (including members of the government) are equally subject to it and equally entitled to its…
Constitutional democracy is a government of the people, by the people and for the people which is based on the supremacy of the constitution. It can also be explained as a democratic system in which the will of the people…
LIMITATIONS OF HUMAN RIGHTS Human rights can be restricted for the overall good of the citizens and the country at large in the following ways: A citizen may be denied some of his rights if he is detained by law.…
CITIZENSHIP EDUCATION A citizen is a legally recognized member of a politically organized society known as a state. A citizen is simply defined as a legal member of a state or country. Citizenship education is the process of impacting…