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Discuss five functions of the Federal Government in the United States of America

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Discuss five functions of the Federal Government in the United States of America

It levies/collects taxes which enable the government to finance its operations
It pays debts/loans extended to the government by institutions such as World Bank
It admits new states into the union like Alaska which was last to be admitted
It enacts/passes laws which regulate operations of the federal/state governments
It handles foreign affairs e.g.through ratifying treat with the other countries
It declares war and makes peace
It resolves disputes among states in order to enhance their corporation
It establishes federal courts which determine cause which are beyond jurisdiction of state court
It makes/issues currency/regulates its values
It establishes federal postal services
It gives grants to individuals states
It regulates internal and external trade
It establishes federal armed forces/defence

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Identify five ways through which the supremacy of the parliament may by limited in Britain

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Identify five ways through which the supremacy of the parliament may by limited in Britain

It cannot make laws which overlook moral values.
Decision made by the parliament must take into consideration public opinion.
Local authorities are empowered to make by -laws without consulting the parliament.
It must consider interest of institutions before making laws affecting them.
Legislation passed by the parliament may be changed in the future.
International law is also taken into account when laws are made
Parliament cannot discuss what is before law court.

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Explain five challenges facing the East African Community (EAC) 2001

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Explain five challenges facing the East African Community (EAC) 2001

Suspicion/mistrust among member states as some view others as more dominating its affairs/benefiting more.
Some countries impose trade barriers for goods from member states which fuels animosity.
There has been trans-border/across border smuggling of vehicles/other goods which creates economic mistrust among neighbours.
Dispute over use of natural resources/water resources has led to arrest of Sonic fishermen thereby straining relationship among affected member states
Cross-border cattle rustling raids has fueled insecurity/tension among member states.
Divided loyalty as member States belong to other regional/international organizations.
Ideological differences among leaders had led to strained relations among them.
Personal differences between leaders e.g. Kagame vs Museveni
National interests override that of the community
Inadequate funds for its operation
Poor transport and communication
Lack of common currency hinders trade
Members states produce similar goods making it difficult to trade

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Identify five objectives of the African Union(AU)

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Identify five objectives of the African Union(AU)

To achieve greater unity/cohesion/solidarity among African countries/nations
To defend the sovereignty/territorial integrity/independence of its member states
To accelerate the political/social-economic integration of the continent
To promote/defend African common positions on issues of interest to the continent/the people.
To encourage international cooperation,taking due account of the charter of the UN and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
To promote peace/security/stability of the continent.

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Identify the three countries that formed the Tripple Alliance before the outbreak of the first World War

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Identify the three countries that formed the Tripple Alliance before the outbreak of the first World War

Germany
Austra- Hungary
Itary

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Explain five ways in which the recurrent expenditure funds are used by the County government of Kenya.

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Explain five ways in which the recurrent expenditure funds are used by the County government of Kenya.

They are used to pay salaries/wages to the county government workers who provide services within the county.
They are used to repair/maintain government facilities in order to keep them in good working conditions,
They are used to pay loans borrowed to finance operations/activities in the counties.
They are used in provision of bursaries/sponsor needy students for further studies.
They are used in financing sporting/cultural activities which take place in the counties.
They are used to pay subscription/fee to inter-county associations/programmes in order to sustain their operations.
They are used to buy medical supplies/medicine required in the county health facilities.
They are used to maintain transport infrastructure in order to ease movement of people/goods in the county/case commercial activities.

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State five functions of the Controller of Budget of the Government of Kenya.

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State five functions of the Controller of Budget of the Government of Kenya.

He/She oversees implementation of the budget of the National/ County Government
He/She authorizes withdrawals of the Public funds
He ensures that the withdrawals are lawful
He/she submits to parliament reports on implementation of the budget
He/she checks the use of government funds
He/she advises the government on budgeting.

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Explain five functions of the Civil Service of the National Government of Kenya.

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Explain five functions of the Civil Service of the National Government of Kenya.

It provides services required by the people in various sectors of the economy.
It keeps government records/documents which ensures continuity in the provision of public service.
It explains government policies to the people in order to make them easily understood by the pubic
It maintains law and order /security through various security organs like the Kenya Police/National intelligence Services.
It monitors the implementation of government projects/policies in order to ensure proper use of public resources.
It defends the country from external aggression through the Kenya Defence Forces.
It liaises with other countries/international organizations which conduct business with government.
Through the Judiciary, it settles disputes which arise among the people.

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Give five qualities of a good public servant in Kenya.

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Give five qualities of a good public servant in Kenya.

Efficiency/effectiveness
Impartiality
Accountability, transparency
Integrity
Professionalism.
Responsiveness.
Self-driven/self-motivated,

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Discuss five features of African Socialism which was adopted in Kenya after independence.

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Discuss five features of African Socialism which was adopted in Kenya after independence.

Democracy was embraced where Africans were encouraged to participate actively.
Mutual social responsibility which emphasized the spirit of brotherhood in nation building.
Private and public ownership of the factors of production would develop hand in hand.
It emphasized equal job opportunities for all regardless of one’s tribe/religion/background.
Narrowing the gap between the rich and the poor would be achieved through progressive taxation/mutual assistance.
To provide the needed social Services such as education/health which were inadequate.
Mixed economy was emphasized in order to improve production/ Living standards of the people.
Progressive Africanisation of the economy would be achieved without harming/disrupting it.

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State five economic challenges which Kenya was experiencing at independence

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State five economic challenges which Kenya was experiencing at independence.

High poverty levels among the people.
Africanisation of jobs/economy.
Unfavorable balance of trade.
Low salaries/remunerations for Africans.
High unemployment level.
Inadequate capital for development.
Redistribution of land/settling landless people.

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Explain six responsibilities of the Federal government of the United States of America.

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Explain six responsibilities of the Federal government of the United States of America.

It is in charge of foreign policy hence defines United States relations with the rest of the world.
It regulates commerce/trade with foreign nations and federal states in line with its foreign policy.
It resolves disputes involving states in order to maintain harmony in the federation.
It is responsible for paying debts incurred by government.
It is in charge of tax regime hence it determines levies/collection of taxes.
It enacts/passes laws which are binding to states ¡n the federation.
It provides a common defence of the United States of America from internal /external aggressors.
It builds/maintains armed forces which defend the government from external attacks.
It establishes federal courts which administer justice/interpret the constitution.
It declares war when need arises in order to protect its interests.
It admits new states in the federation.
It makes issues currency.
It establishes federal states.
It makes /issues currency/regularizes the value of the currency.

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Identify three types of Federal Courts in the United States of America.

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Identify three types of Federal Courts in the United States of America.

Supreme Court.
Court of Appeal.
Federal District Courts.
Court of Claims
Court of Customs
Circuit Courts

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Describe six achievements of Non-Aligned Movement since its formation.

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Describe six achievements of Non-Aligned Movement since its formation.

It advocated for political freedom which led to attainment of independence of countries which were still under colonial rule.
It kept off the military activities of two superpowers which helped to reduce international tensions.
It provided a forum where members voiced their concerns on international issues such as apartheid/racial discrimination.
It encouraged its members to put their national interests before those of the superpowers.
Its member states have helped to manage crises/solve conflicts thereby contributing to preservation of peace.
It condemned arms race among countries leading to reduction in the production of arms/weapons/disarmament.
It has enabled members to vote as a bloc thereby influencing world affairs.
It has helped its members to safeguard their national security/territorial integrity.
It raised funds which were used to cushion frontline states from the effects of sanctions imposed on them by the Apartheid Regime.
It has created a new scientific/technological order,so as to bridge the gap between the developed and the developing countries.
A new economic order was emerged due to increased trade among member states.

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State three ways in which terrorism is a threat to international peace.

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State three ways in which terrorism is a threat to international peace.

It engages in money laundering.
It causes loss of life/destruction of property.
It engages in piracy/hijacking aeroplane.
It destabilizes governments.
It causes proliferation of arms.
It makes/improvises deadly/weapons/arms of mass destruction.
It engages in propaganda/threat/causes panic/suspicion.
It causes destruction of property.

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Discuss five functions of the Federal Government in the United States of America

Identify five ways through which the supremacy of the parliament may by limited in Britain

Explain five challenges facing the East African Community (EAC) 2001

Identify five objectives of the African Union(AU)

Identify the three countries that formed the Tripple Alliance before the outbreak of the first World War

Explain five ways in which the recurrent expenditure funds are used by the County government of Kenya.

State five functions of the Controller of Budget of the Government of Kenya.

Explain five functions of the Civil Service of the National Government of Kenya.

Give five qualities of a good public servant in Kenya.

Discuss five features of African Socialism which was adopted in Kenya after independence.

State five economic challenges which Kenya was experiencing at independence.

Explain six responsibilities of the Federal government of the United States of America.

Identify three types of Federal Courts in the United States of America.

Describe six achievements of Non-Aligned Movement since its formation.

State three ways in which terrorism is a threat to international peace.

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