GCEGovernmentForms of Government2023

One major advantage of a federal system of government over a unitary system is that it

Aeliminates the problem of minority agitation
Bprevents the duplication of government functions
Caccommodates the diversity of a heterogeneous societyCORRECT
Densures a stronger and more decisive central authority
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Why the answer is C, and why the others tempt you.
Federalism allows different ethnic, cultural, or regional groups within a country to exercise a degree of self-governance through their component units while still belonging to one nation. This makes it particularly suitable for heterogeneous societies like Nigeria. The other options describe characteristics or advantages more associated with unitary systems.
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