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Define the terms conflict and conflict resolution and briefly discuss the any five methods of solving conflicts in Kenya.

Define the terms conflict and conflict resolution and briefly discuss the any five methods of solving conflicts in Kenya.

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Dana
Conflict refers to serious disagreement between people resulting from each having opposing views or ideas while conflict resolution is the process of solving or defusing a conflict or conflict may mean discord, hostility, argument, antagonism, strife, friction, disharmony or disunity between two or more people.
Arbitration: this one of the methods of solving conflict provided for by the constitution, arbitrators mediate and solve conflicts.
Legislation: this method involves passing legislation through parliament that solves conflicts. The conflicts may range from social, political and economic conflicts. Legislation can be used to criminalize activities that lead to conflicts
Traditional society: traditional resolutions are usually used between communities in conflict and are enacted by elders and wise men in society.
Religious action: religious action can be used as means of solving conflict among parties themselves and their followers. Religious leaders have been called upon several times in Kenya to solve political and social conflicts.
Court action: this is where parties take other parties to court for arbitration. Legal action as a means of solving conflict can be used by any party involved in a conflict

Dana05 answered the question on May 21, 2019 at 13:22

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