(a) What is Responsible parenthood?
(b) List four importance of responsible parenthood to national development
Explanation
(a) Meaning of Responsible parenthood; Responsible Parenthood is the act or process of effective discharge of duties and obligations of upbringing, rearing of children and wards by parents and guardian.
(b) Importance of responsible parenthood to national development:
i. It breeds children with good leadership and citizenship qualities
ii. It trains children to be peace loving
iii. It trains children to know their rights and how to secure them
iv. It promotes active participation in community development activities
v. It trains children to uphold law and order i.e rule of law
vi. It trains children to be politically active
vii. It nurtures children to know and perform their duties and obligation in the society
viii. It promotes good national image
ix. It breeds god fearing and morally upright children i.e. positive values
x. It promotes literacy for national development