The Ghana Education News Portal has uploaded the 2025 BECE Social Studies Questions and Answers Administers By WAEC on June 11, 2025. This post contains the questions and the suggested solutions.

Section I (Compulsory) – The Environment

1. (a) Define marriage in the context of Ghanaian Society. [4 marks]

(b) State four reasons that will cause you to marry when the time is due. [4 marks]

(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. [12 marks]

Section II – Law, Order and Nation Building

2. (a) (i) How would you explain the term Human Rights in a class discussion? [4 marks]

(ii) Identify two human right abuses in your community. [4 marks]

(b) Suggest four reasons why the society must be educated on Human Rights. [12 marks]

3. (a) (i) How would you explain the term Constitution to your study group as you prepare for examination? [4 marks]

(ii) List four important reasons for which Ghana decided to practise republican system of government. [4 marks]

(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? [12 marks]

Section III – Social and Economic Development

4. (a) Identify four factors that led to the 1948 riots in the Gold Coast. [8 marks]

(b) Highlight four ways in which the 1948 riots contributed to Ghana’s independence. [12 marks]

5. (a) (i) How would you explain the concept of Social Security to your parents? [4 marks]

(ii) State any two national Social Security Schemes available in Ghana. [4 marks]

(b) Suggest four reasons to convince any individual to join a Social Security Scheme in Ghana. [12 marks]

*END OF ESSAY TEST*

Essay Test Answers – Section B of the 2025 BECE Social Studies

Section I (Compulsory)
1. (a) Marriage in Ghanaian society is a legally and culturally recognized union between a man and a woman, involving social, economic, and spiritual obligations. It is often seen as a partnership not only between two individuals but between their families and communities, with the aim of procreation, companionship, and societal stability.
(b)
1. Companionship and emotional support
2. Procreation and raising a family
3. Fulfillment of cultural or religious obligations
4. Shared responsibilities and economic support

(c)
1. Mutual respect and effective communication
2. Strong emotional and spiritual connection
3. Ability to resolve conflicts amicably4. Shared values, goals, and commitment to the marriage

Section II – Law, Order and Nation Building

2. (a)
(i) Human Rights are the basic rights and freedoms to which every individual is entitled simply because they are human beings. These include the right to life, freedom of expression, education, and protection under the law.

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(ii)
1. Child labour
2. Domestic violence

(b)
1. To promote peace, equality, and justice
2. To reduce incidents of abuse and discrimination
3. To empower individuals to stand up for their rights
4. To encourage responsible citizenship and civic participation

Section III – Social and Economic Development

4. (a)
1. Economic hardship and high cost of living
2. Poor treatment of ex-servicemen
3. Lack of political representation for Africans
4. Failure of colonial authorities to address grievances

(b)
1. The riots attracted international attention to colonial oppression
2. They led to the arrest of the “Big Six,” galvanizing political activism
3. Inspired the formation of the Watson Commission to investigate the causes
4. Led to increased calls for self-governance and the rise of political parties like the CPP

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