A. legitimate right to exercise political power
B. ability to control political behaviour
C. right to participate in political campaigns
D. right to form political parties
Correct Answer: Option A
A. legitimate right to exercise political power
Explanation
political authority describes any of the moral principles legitimizing differences between individuals’ rights and duties by virtue of their relationship with the state. Political authority grants members of a government the right to rule over citizens using coercion if necessary, while imposing an obligation for the citizens to obey government orders.
