Social 2025 bece solutions 💯💯 **SECTION I (COMPULSORY)** **THE ENVIRONMENT** **1. (a) Based on discussions and studies in class, define marriage in the context of Ghanaian Society.** In the context of Ghanaian society, marriage is generally understood as a legally and socially sanctioned union between a man and a woman, often involving the families of both parties. It is not merely a union of two individuals but a bond that connects two families, clans, or even tribes. Key characteristics include: * **Family Involvement:** Marriages are typically arranged or at least heavily influenced by family elders, with extensive consultations and customary rites. * **Customary Rites:** Traditional marriages involve specific rituals, payment of bride price (or bride wealth), and exchange of gifts, signifying the acceptance of the union by both families. * **Procreation:** A primary purpose of marriage in Ghanaian society is procreation, ensuring the continuation of family lineage and community growth. * **Social Status:** Marriage confers social status and respect on individuals, particularly for women. * **Economic and Social Support:** It establishes a framework for mutual support, shared responsibilities, and economic cooperation between spouses and their extended families. * **Religious Influence:** While customary, many marriages also incorporate Christian or Islamic rites, depending on the couple's faith. **1. (b) State four reasons that will cause you to marry when the time is due.** Here are four common reasons why an individual might choose to marry: 1. **Companionship and Emotional Support:** To have a lifelong partner with whom to share life's joys and challenges, offering emotional intimacy and support. 2. **Starting a Family:** To have children and raise a family within a stable and recognized social structure, fulfilling a desire for parenthood and continuing one's lineage. 3. **Social Expectation and Fulfillment:** To meet societal expectations and achieve a sense of personal fulfillment and maturity that marriage often signifies in many cultures, including Ghanaian society. 4. **Love and Commitment:** To formalize a deep emotional bond and commitment to a beloved partner, signifying a desire to build a future together. **1. (c) Mr and Mrs Mensah have been happily married for forty-seven years. Suggest four possible reasons that might have accounted for the longevity of their marriage.** The longevity of a marriage like Mr. and Mrs. Mensah's can be attributed to several factors: 1. **Strong Communication and Mutual Respect:** They likely cultivated open and honest communication, allowing them to address issues, express needs, and resolve conflicts respectfully. Mutual respect for each other's opinions, feelings, and individuality is crucial. 2. **Shared Values and Goals:** Having common values, life goals, and a shared vision for their future would have provided a strong foundation for their relationship, helping them navigate life's challenges together. 3. **Commitment and Perseverance:** Both individuals likely demonstrated a deep commitment to the marriage, willing to work through difficulties, make sacrifices, and continuously invest in their relationship even during tough times. 4. **Support System and Family Involvement:** In Ghanaian society, strong family ties and community support can play a significant role. Their families might have provided guidance, support, and encouragement, reinforcing the stability of their union. Additionally, they might have built a strong support system for each other. --- For your perusal. https://t.me/BECE_2025 Follow the WAEC channel on WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaCkP2wDjiOUlqtkYr2n JOIN HERE WAEC WEBPAGE FOR MORE INFO: t.me/West_african_examination_council _FORWARD OR SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS TO FOLLOW THE MAIN CHANNEL🇬🇭🇳🇬🇸🇱🇬🇲🇱🇷_ _*Forward to inform others_* **SECTION II** **LAW, ORDER AND NATION BUILDING** *Answer one question only from this section.* **2. (a) (i) How would you explain the term Human Rights in a class discussion?** In a class discussion, I would explain Human Rights as fundamental rights inherent to all human beings, regardless of race, sex, nationality, ethnicity, language, religion, or any other status. These rights are universal, inalienable, indivisible, and interdependent. They are the basic standards necessary for people to live with dignity, freedom, equality, and peace. I would emphasize that human rights protect individuals from abuses by governments and other powerful entities, and they empower individuals to claim their rightful place in society. Examples like the right to life, freedom of speech, education, and healthcare would be used to illustrate the concept. **2. (a) (ii) Identify two human right abuses in your community.** (Note: This answer is hypothetical and based on common issues that might arise in various communities. Actual abuses would depend on the specific community.) For your perusal. https://t.me/BECE_2025 Follow the WAEC channel on WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaCkP2wDjiOUlqtkYr2n JOIN HERE WAEC WEBPAGE FOR MORE INFO: t.me/West_african_examination_council _FORWARD OR SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS TO FOLLOW THE MAIN CHANNEL🇬🇭🇳🇬🇸🇱🇬🇲🇱🇷_ _*Forward to inform others_* 1. **Child Labor/Exploitation:** Children, particularly from impoverished backgrounds, might be engaged in hazardous work, denied access to education, or exploited for economic gain, violating their right to education, protection from exploitation, and a safe childhood. 2. **Discrimination against Persons with Disabilities:** Individuals with disabilities might face barriers to accessing public facilities, employment opportunities, or quality education due to societal prejudice or lack of infrastructure, violating their right to equality and non-discrimination. **2. (b) Suggest four reasons why the society must be educated on Human Rights.** 1. **Empowerment of Individuals:** Education on human rights empowers individuals to know their rights, demand their protection, and stand up against abuses, fostering a sense of dignity and self-worth. 2. **Promotion of Justice and Equality:** A society educated on human rights is more likely to advocate for justice, challenge discrimination, and promote equal opportunities for all, leading to a more equitable and fair society. 3. **Prevention of Abuses:** Awareness of human rights can deter potential abusers (including state actors and individuals) from committing violations, as they know that their actions are recognized as wrong and can be challenged. It also encourages reporting of abuses. 4. **Fostering Peace and Stability:** When people's rights are respected, grievances are reduced, and conflicts are less likely to escalate. Human rights education promotes tolerance, understanding, and respect for diversity, which are crucial for long-term peace and stability within a nation. --- **3. (a) (i) How would you explain the term 'Constitution' to your study group as you prepare for examination?** To my study group, I would explain the term 'Constitution' as the supreme law of the land. It's like the rulebook or blueprint for how a country is governed. I'd highlight these key points: * **Supreme Law:** It stands above all other laws. Any law that contradicts the constitution is invalid. * **Framework for Government:** It establishes the structure of government, defining the powers and responsibilities of the executive, legislative, and judicial branches. * **Rights and Duties:** It outlines the fundamental rights and freedoms of citizens, as well as their duties to the state. * **Limits on Power:** Crucially, it limits the power of the government, preventing tyranny and ensuring accountability. * **Foundation of Law:** All other laws, policies, and institutions derive their legitimacy from the constitution. * **Living Document:** While foundational, it can often be amended to adapt to changing societal needs, though usually through a rigorous process. For your perusal. https://t.me/BECE_2025 Follow the WAEC channel on WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaCkP2wDjiOUlqtkYr2n JOIN HERE WAEC WEBPAGE FOR MORE INFO: t.me/West_african_examination_council _FORWARD OR SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS TO FOLLOW THE MAIN CHANNEL🇬🇭🇳🇬🇸🇱🇬🇲🇱🇷_ _*Forward to inform others_* **3. (a) (ii) List four important reasons for which Ghana decided to practise republican system of government.** Ghana decided to practice a republican system of government for several important reasons: 1. **Sovereignty of the People:** A republican system places sovereignty in the hands of the people, who elect their representatives to govern. This was a move away from colonial rule and a monarchy, asserting national independence and self-determination. 2. **Equality and Meritocracy:** It promotes the idea that all citizens are equal before the law and that leadership positions are based on merit and election, rather than hereditary succession or divine right. 3. **Accountability and Checks and Balances:** A republican system typically incorporates mechanisms for accountability (elections, impeachment) and checks and balances among different branches of government, preventing the concentration of power and promoting good governance. 4. **National Identity and Unity:** Establishing a republic helped forge a new national identity for Ghana, distinct from its colonial past, and provided a common framework for governance that could unite diverse ethnic groups under a single, self-governing entity. **3. (b) As the principal speaker during a class debate on the constitution of Ghana, what four points will you make to convince the audience on the contributions of the 1992 constitution to the development of the nation?** As the principal speaker, I would argue that the 1992 Constitution has been instrumental in Ghana's development by: 1. **Establishing a Stable Democratic Framework:** The 1992 Constitution ushered in Ghana's Fourth Republic, providing a robust and enduring framework for multi-party democracy. It has ensured peaceful transitions of power through regular elections, fostering political stability which is crucial for economic and social development. 2. **Guaranteeing Fundamental Human Rights and Freedoms:** It enshrines a comprehensive Bill of Rights, protecting civil, political, economic, social, and cultural rights. This has empowered citizens, promoted social justice, and created an environment where individuals can thrive and contribute to national development without fear of arbitrary state action. 3. **Promoting Good Governance and Rule of Law:** The Constitution established independent institutions like the Electoral Commission, Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ), and the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE). These bodies act as checks on government power, promote accountability, fight corruption, and uphold the rule of law, which are essential for attracting investment and ensuring equitable development. 4. **Decentralization and Local Participation:** The Constitution provides for a decentralized system of governance through District Assemblies. This has brought governance closer to the people, encouraged local participation in decision-making, and facilitated the identification and implementation of development projects tailored to the specific needs of communities across the nation. --- **SECTION III** **SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT** *Answer one question only from this section.* **4. (a) Identify four factors that led to the 1948 riots in the Gold Coast.** The 1948 Accra Riots (also known as the Christianborg Crossroad shooting) were a pivotal event in Ghana's independence struggle. Four key factors that led to them were: 1. **Economic Grievances and Inflation:** Post-WWII, there was widespread economic hardship. Ex-servicemen, who had fought for the British, returned to unemployment and inadequate pensions. High inflation, particularly in the prices of consumer goods like textiles and food, made life difficult for the general population. 2. **Boycott of European Goods:** In response to the high prices and perceived exploitation by European trading firms (the "Association of West African Merchants" or AWAM), the Ga people initiated a boycott of European goods in January 1948. This boycott was a direct protest against economic exploitation. 3. **Discontent of Ex-Servicemen:** Thousands of Gold Coast ex-servicemen who had fought for Britain in WWII felt neglected and uncompensated. They had been promised jobs and better conditions upon their return but found neither. Their frustration was a major catalyst. 4. **Colonial Repression and Lack of Political Representation:** The colonial government's repressive policies, including restrictions on political assembly and expression, coupled with the lack of meaningful political representation for Africans in the legislative council, fueled widespread resentment and a desire for self-governance. The shooting of unarmed ex-servicemen marching to present a petition was the immediate trigger for the riots. For your perusal. https://t.me/BECE_2025 Follow the WAEC channel on WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaCkP2wDjiOUlqtkYr2n JOIN HERE WAEC WEBPAGE FOR MORE INFO: t.me/West_african_examination_council _FORWARD OR SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS TO FOLLOW THE MAIN CHANNEL🇬🇭🇳🇬🇸🇱🇬🇲🇱🇷_ _*Forward to inform others_* **4. (b) Highlight four ways in which the 1948 riots contributed to Ghana's independence.** The 1948 riots significantly accelerated Ghana's path to independence in four key ways: 1. **Exposed the Fragility of Colonial Rule:** The riots demonstrated to the British colonial authorities that their control was precarious and that the Gold Coast population was increasingly unwilling to tolerate colonial rule. It shattered the illusion of a docile populace. 2. **Catalyst for Political Reforms:** In response to the riots, the British government appointed the Watson Commission to investigate the disturbances. The Commission's report recommended significant constitutional reforms, including greater African representation in the legislative and executive councils, which paved the way for self-government. 3. **United Nationalist Movements:** The riots galvanized nationalist leaders and movements, particularly the United Gold Coast Convention (UGCC) and later the Convention People's Party (CPP). The arrest of the "Big Six" (including Kwame Nkrumah) following the riots turned them into national heroes, increasing public support for the independence movement. 4. **Increased International Attention:** The widespread unrest and the subsequent British response drew international attention to the Gold Coast's struggle for independence. This put pressure on Britain to decolonize and served as an inspiration for other African colonies seeking self-rule. --- **5. (a) (i) How would you explain the concept of Social Security to your parents?** "Mom and Dad, Social Security is basically a system set up by the government to provide a safety net for people when they can no longer work or face certain life challenges. Think of it like a big savings pot that everyone contributes a little bit to while they are working. Then, when you retire, or if you become disabled and can't work, or even if you pass away and leave behind dependents, this fund provides you or your family with regular payments. It's meant to ensure that even when your regular income stops, you still have some financial support to live on and maintain a decent quality of life. It's about collective responsibility – we all contribute to help each other out in times of need." **5. (a) (ii) State any two national Social Security Schemes available in Ghana.** 1. **Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT):** This is the primary public pension scheme in Ghana, providing retirement benefits, invalidity benefits, and survivors' benefits to contributors. 2. **National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS):** While not a traditional "social security" in the sense of income replacement, NHIS is a crucial social protection scheme that provides affordable and accessible healthcare services to its members, reducing the financial burden of illness. (Other options could include the Tier 2 and Tier 3 pension schemes under the National Pensions Act, 2008, which are privately managed but part of the national pension system). **5. (b) Suggest four reasons to convince any individual to join a Social Security Scheme in Ghana.** 1. **Guaranteed Retirement Income:** Joining a social security scheme like SSNIT ensures a regular income stream after retirement, providing financial stability and peace of mind when you are no longer able to work. This prevents reliance on family or charity in old age. 2. **Protection Against Invalidity/Disability:** In the event of a permanent disability that prevents you from working, the scheme provides invalidity benefits, offering crucial financial support to you and your family when your earning capacity is lost. 3. **Survivors' Benefits for Dependents:** Should the contributor pass away, the scheme provides benefits to their nominated survivors (spouse, children), ensuring that their dependents are not left in financial distress. This acts as a form of life insurance. 4. **Access to Healthcare (NHIS):** For schemes like NHIS, joining provides access to affordable and quality healthcare services, reducing out-of-pocket expenses for medical treatment and ensuring that health emergencies do not lead to financial ruin. This is a vital social safety net.