Local authorities in Kenya — KCSE History & Government

KCSE History & Government · 20 practice questions · 3 syllabus objectives

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Key learning outcomes for this topic, aligned to the KNEC KCSE syllabus.

Describe types of local authorities in Kenya

Discuss the functions of local authorities and their relationship with central government

Discuss the challenges facing local authorities in Kenya

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easySHORT ANSWER2 marks

Name two factors that hinder effective governance by local authorities in Kenya. (2 marks)

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Part (a) — 2 marks

Political interference from national government (1 mk)

Lack of skilled personnel to handle administrative tasks (1 mk)

easySHORT ANSWER3 marks

Identify three challenges faced by local authorities in Kenya in the context of service delivery. (3 marks)

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Part (a) — 3 marks

Limited financial resources to execute development projects (1 mk)

Inadequate infrastructure for effective service provision (1 mk)

Corruption and mismanagement of funds (1 mk)

easySHORT ANSWER4 marks

State the relationship between local authorities and the central government in Kenya. (4 marks)

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Part (a) — 4 marks

Local authorities implement policies set by the central government (1 mk)

Central government provides funding and support to local authorities (1 mk)

Local authorities report to the central government on service delivery (1 mk)

Central government can dissolve local authorities under certain conditions (1 mk)

Name three key functions of local authorities in Kenya. (3 marks)

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