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Lack of support/negative attitude from the members of the public who refuse/withhold useful information.
Corruption among some officers renders them ineffective in discharging their duties.
Inadequate transport facilities hampers their movement thereby making it difficult for them to respond to emergencies.
Sophisticated weapons used by criminals threatens/endangers police officers’ lives.
Inadequate modem communication equipment makes it difficult for them to relay/pass confidential information.
Interference by politicians/members of the public demoralizes/frustrates their efforts.
Betrayal by some officers who collude with the criminals to break the law/ subvert justice.
Inadequate training of the officers renders them incompetent in discharging their duties.
Terrorism/increased acts of crime.
Poor working and living conditions e.g. poor housing/low salaries.

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Name the three categories of the Kenya Defence forces

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Name the three categories of the Kenya Defence forces

The Kenya Army .
The Kenya Air force
The Kenya Navy

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Describe five ways through which independence of the judiciary is guaranteed in Kenya.

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Describe five ways through which independence of the judiciary is guaranteed in Kenya.

It is established by the constitution as an arm of the national government.
Its authority is guided/controlled by the constitution when carrying out its mandate.
It draws its expenses directly from the Judges Consolidated Fund in order to ensure independence.
Judges of the superior courts have security of tenure of office/can only be dismissed in accordance with the constitution.
Members of the judiciary are not held accountable to their actions/decision if they are taken in the best interest of dispensing justice
The judges/magistrates swear the oath of allegiance to the constitution.
Remuneration/benefits given to judges cannot be varied in such a way as to disadvantage them.
The appointment of magistrates is done by the Judicial Service Commission in order to guarantee its independence.

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Give the composition of the Judicial Service Commission in Kenya.

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Give the composition of the Judicial Service Commission in Kenya.

The Chief Justice.
One supreme court judge.
One court of appeal judge.
One high court judge and one magistrate
The Attorney General.
Two advocates, one a woman and one a man.
A nominee of the public service commission.
One man and one woman to represents the public.
Chief registrar/secretary to the commission.

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Explain six reasons why it is important to respect human rights.

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Explain six reasons why it is important to respect human rights.

It promotes human dignity as the rights of the people are observed.
It promotes unity among the people by encouraging harmonious co-existence.
It promotes the rule of law by enhancing justice/good governance in society.
It promotes respect for other people’s cultures by appreciating cultural diversity.
It promotes tolerance by accommodating other people’s views/ideas.
It promotes democracy as other people’s opinions/views are respected.
It promotes international relations by observing conventions/treaties on human rights.
It promotes development by creating an enabling/conducive environment.
It justifies special treatment of minority/disadvantaged groups/communities.
Provides guidance to state organs regarding the exercise of state powers.

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Give three circumstances in which one’s right to life may be taken away.

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Give three circumstances in which one’s right to life may be taken away.

When sentenced to death by a court of law.
In self-defence-somebody might kill another in the process.
When the life of a law enforcing officer is endangered.
When the health/ life of a mother/pregnant woman is in danger.
During the war.
When preventing escape of a lawfully detained person.
When preventing a person from committing a crime/felony.
When suppressing a riot/rebellion/mutiny.

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Explain five factors which have undermined the provision of health services by the government of Kenya.

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Explain five factors which have undermined the provision of health services by the government of Kenya.

High population growth rate has limited government ability to finance health services.
High poverty levels among the people has hampered access to medical services due to the cost involved.
Lack of enough medical personnel has compromised the quality of the services provided.
Lack of adequate funds to provide enough medical facilities has lowered the quality of services provided.
The continued pollution of the environment has led to increased ailments thereby jeopardizing the government’s efforts.
Malnutrition/poor diet has made it difficult for the government to maintain good health among the people.
The increased number of terminal diseases has led to the diversion of resources from the core health services.
Unforeseen high rate of accidents/injuries has strained the scarce resources .
Traditional/cultural practices have frustrated the government’s effort to provide health care
Corruption in the health sector has compromised delivery of services.
Illegal abortions and early pregnancies endanger lives of mothers.
Poor transport and communication in some areas undermine the provision of services.

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State five ways in which the government of Kenya has improved the health of its citizens since independence.

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State five ways in which the government of Kenya has improved the health of its citizens since independence.

It has established/created the Ministry of Health.
It has established hospitals/clinics/dispensaries
It has encouraged NGOs/religious organizations/individuals to provide health services. .
It has established medical training institutions.
t has recognized the use of herbal medicine.
It has established National Health Insurance Fund.
It has established Medical Research Institutes.
It has employed health workers.
It has subsidized the cost of healthcare/ free medical services.
It educates people on health matters.

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Describe five roles played by Thomas Joseph Mboya in the development of trade union movement in Kenya.

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Describe five roles played by Thomas Joseph Mboya in the development of trade union movement in Kenya.

He was instrumental in the formation of trade union movement.
He served as a leader in trade union organizations both locally and internationally.
He organized protests demonstrations against the arrest and harassment of trade union members/workers.
He liaised with international trade union organizations where he gained knowledge/ experience of running trade unions.
He solicited for funds to finance the activities of trade union movement in Kenya.
He organized trade union courses/ seminars in various parts of the country to educate the workers/leaders
He agitated for better terms/conditions for workers.
He attended courses on industrial relations abroad where he gained knowledge on labour relations.

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Give five grievances of the Kikuyu Central Association which were presented by Jomo Kenyatta to the Colonial Secretary in 1929

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Give five grievances of the Kikuyu Central Association which were presented by Jomo Kenyatta to the Colonial Secretary in 1929

Land alienation.
Taxation of Africans.
Lack of African representation of LegCo
Lack of quality/poor education for Africans .
Release of Harry Thuku.
Abolition of forced labour.
Abolition of Kipande system.

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Explain five problems encountered during the construction of the Kenya Uganda Railway.

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Explain five problems encountered during the construction of the Kenya Uganda Railway.

The harsh climate created difficult working environment thus slowing down the work.
There was inadequate labour which led to importation of workers from India.
The workers were attacked by tropical diseases/pests leading to their ineffectiveness death.
The terrain was poor/difficulty thus slowing down the constructions work.
Some communities attacked the workers/stole equipment thereby delaying the construction.
They were attacked by wild-animals/man-eaters of Tsavo thus leading to deaths of some workers.
The transportation of some constructions materials was difficult due to their bulkiness.
There was irregular/delays in the supply of construction materials/equipment which slowed down the work.
There was inadequate supply of essential/basic commodities which made life unbearable .

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State five ways in which the construction of the Kenya Uganda Railway prompted economic development in Kenya during the colonial period.

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State five ways in which the construction of the Kenya Uganda Railway prompted economic development in Kenya during the colonial period.

It hastened transportation of goods/services.
It promoted the growth of trade/commercial activities.
It opened the interior for better farming/agriculture.
It led to the growth of industries/mining.
It led to the growth/development Of urban centers.
It generated revenue to the colonial government.
It created employment.
Development of other forms of transport.

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Explain five effects of the Maasai collaboration with the British in the early 20th Century

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Explain five effects of the Maasai collaboration with the British in the early 20th Century

Lenana was made a paramount chief of the Maasai because of his cooperation.
They lost land which was taken up by the British for farming/settlement.
They were rewarded with material wealth/granted favoured status due to their cooperation.
They lost their independence/were manipulated as their land became a British protectorate.
It led to the division/separation between those for/against collaboration thereby weakening them further.
They were hired as mercenaries to assist the British in subduing/suppressing communities that were resisting establishment of colonial rule.
It led to the eviction/displacement of the Maasai thereby causing untold suffering /loss of livelihood.
It led to the disruption of their economic structure thereby causing loss of wealth.

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State five causes of the Nandi resistance against the British invasion.

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State five causes of the Nandi resistance against the British invasion.

They wanted to safeguard their independence .
They were proud people who disliked interference by strangers.
Had successfully raided /fought their neighbours/intruders in the past.
They disliked the whiteman’s/European skin colour/dressing.
They did not want to lose their land.
They fought to avert the fulfillment of Kimnyole’s/Orkoiyot’s prophecy.
They had an able leader who inspired them to fight/resist.

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Give two disadvantages of Kenya’s reliance on foreign aid as a source of revenue

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Give two disadvantages of Kenya’s reliance on foreign aid as a source of revenue

It is given with conditions.
It attracts high interest rates.
It creates donor dependency syndrome/debt crisis
It limits the choice of trading partners.
It delays the implementation of projects.

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State two ways in which the Government of Kenya ensures effective utilization of public funds.

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State two ways in which the Government of Kenya ensures effective utilization of public funds.

It budgets for the funds/finance.
It undertakes regular auditing of funds.
It investigates /prosecutes corrupt officers through ethics and anti-corruption commission.
It procures goods/services through open tendering system.
Parliament approves/monitors public funds.

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Give the main reason why the government of Kenya introduced Free Primary Education in 2003

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Give the main reason why the government of Kenya introduced Free Primary Education in 2003

To enable more people access education.

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State the main function of the prisons department in Kenya.

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State the main function of the prisons department in Kenya.

It reforms/rehabilitates convicts.

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Name the administrative head of the Kenya Parliament

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Name the administrative head of the Kenya Parliament

The clerk.

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State five ways in which the government of Kenya has improved the health of its citizens since independence.

Describe five roles played by Thomas Joseph Mboya in the development of trade union movement in Kenya.

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