POST UTME AAUA 2019 Government | Objective

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Question 1
In a presidential system of government, the president serves as the head of state and head of government. Which of the following is a characteristic of this system?
A. Separation of powers is not present
B. The president has ceremonial duties only
C. The president is both head of state and head of government
D. The president is elected by the legislature
Question 2
The United Nations is an international organization that was established after World War II. What is the primary purpose of the UN?
A. To promote economic development
B. To maintain international peace and security
C. To protect human rights
D. To promote cultural exchange
Question 3
The concept of power in international relations is closely tied to the idea of influence. Discuss the relationship between power and influence.
A. Power is a function of military strength.
B. Influence is a product of economic power.
C. Power and influence are interchangeable concepts.
D. Power is a product of diplomatic efforts.
Question 4
In a parliamentary system of government, the head of government is the prime minister. Which of the following is a characteristic of this system?
A. Separation of powers
B. Concentration of power
C. Unitary system
D. Federal system
Question 5
A pressure group is a type of organization that seeks to influence public policy. Which of the following is an example of a pressure group?
A. Labor union
B. Business association
C. Environmental organization
D. Charity organization
Question 6
The concept of 'separation of powers' in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing the concentration of power in the hands of one person or institution. Which of the following best describes the system of separation of powers in the Nigerian Constitution?
A. Separation of powers between the legislative, executive, and judicial branches
B. Independent judiciary with the power to declare laws unconstitutional
C. A system of checks and balances between the federal and state governments
D. A presidential system with a strong prime minister
Question 7
The concept of 'checks and balances' in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing the concentration of power in the hands of one person or institution. Which of the following best describes the system of checks and balances in the Nigerian Constitution?
A. Separation of powers between the legislative, executive, and judicial branches
B. Independent judiciary with the power to declare laws unconstitutional
C. A system of checks and balances between the federal and state governments
D. A presidential system with a strong prime minister
Question 8
The concept of legitimacy in international relations is closely tied to the idea of sovereignty. Discuss.
A. Legitimacy is a product of popular consent.
B. Sovereignty is a prerequisite for legitimacy.
C. Legitimacy is a function of the international community.
D. Legitimacy is a product of military power.
Question 9
A bill of rights is a document that outlines the fundamental rights and freedoms of citizens. Which of the following is a characteristic of a bill of rights?
A. It is a document that outlines the rules of a political party
B. It is a document that outlines the fundamental rights and freedoms of citizens
C. It is a document that outlines the rules of a state
D. It is a document that outlines the rules of a local government
Question 10
The concept of rule of law in the context of human rights is closely tied to the idea of justice. Discuss the relationship between rule of law and justice, using the example of Nigeria's human rights record.
A. Rule of law is a means to achieve justice, but it is not the only factor.
B. Justice is a product of rule of law, and the more rule of law one has, the more justice they possess.
C. Rule of law is a separate concept from justice, and it is not dependent on it.
D. Nigeria's human rights record is solely driven by the rule of law.
Question 11
In a presidential system of government, what is the primary function of the legislative branch?
A. To make laws
B. To appoint the president
C. To serve as the head of state
D. To oversee the judiciary
Question 12
The concept of separation of powers is a fundamental principle of democratic governance. Which of the following is an example of a check on the judicial branch?
A. Impeachment
B. Judicial review
C. Veto power
D. Bicameralism
Question 13
The concept of 'pre-colonial administration' refers to the system of governance that existed in Nigeria before the arrival of European colonizers. Which of the following was a characteristic of pre-colonial administration in Nigeria?
A. The use of a centralized system of government
B. The existence of a complex system of trade and commerce
C. The presence of a strong and centralized monarch
D. The absence of a written system of laws
Question 14
The concept of separation of powers is rooted in the idea of checks and balances. Which of the following is an example of a check on the legislative branch?
A. Veto power
B. Impeachment
C. Judicial review
D. Bicameralism
Question 15
In a federal system of government, power is divided between the central government and the regional governments. Which of the following is a characteristic of this system?
A. Separation of powers
B. Concentration of power
C. Unitary system
D. Decentralization of power

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