(a)(i) Explain the term military. (ii) What is a military coup d’ etat?
(b) Outline three basic features of military rule.
Explanation
(a.i). It is referred to as the armed forces comprising the Army (land troops), The Navy (sea troops) and the Air force (air troops).
(a.ii). Foreceful over throw of a constituted government by the armed forces.
(b) i. Military is characterized with control and use of means of violence.
ii. Suspension of the constitution when they seize power.
iii. Banning political parties.
iv. Abuse of Fundamental Human Rights. There is restricition on the movement of people and freedom of expression.
v. Perpetuates itself in office: The military stay in power and sometimes transform into a civilian government.
vi. A highly centralized system of government.
vii. Rule by decrees.
viii. Usually make use of civilians in their administration.
ix. Established military tribunals.
x. Indiscriminate arrest and detention of members of the previous government.
ix. Fusion of both legislative and executive functions.
xii. Characterized by instability, e.g. coups and counter coups.
xiii. The regime is characterized by dictatorship.