POST UTME AAUA 2020 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The role of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) in promoting economic integration and cooperation among its member states is best exemplified by its involvement in which of the following?
A. The establishment of a common currency
B. The creation of a regional trade bloc
C. The promotion of infrastructure development
D. The provision of humanitarian aid
Question 2
The Pre-colonial Administration in Nigeria was characterized by the existence of various kingdoms and empires. Which of the following was a feature of these kingdoms and empires?
A. They were all centralized and had a strong centralized government
B. They were all decentralized and had a weak centralized government
C. They were all tribal and had a system of government based on kinship ties
D. They were all feudal and had a system of government based on land ownership
Question 3
The concept of checks and balances in government refers to the system of controls that prevent any one branch of government from becoming too powerful. Which of the following is an example of a check on the power of the executive branch?
A. The power of the legislative branch to impeach the president
B. The power of the judicial branch to declare laws unconstitutional
C. The power of the executive branch to veto laws passed by Congress
D. The power of the president to appoint judges
Question 4
The concept of 'Pressure Groups' in Public Administration refers to the idea that groups of individuals can exert influence on the government to achieve their goals. Which of the following is a characteristic of Pressure Groups?
A. They are formal organizations with a clear structure and goals
B. They are informal organizations with no clear structure or goals
C. They are groups of individuals who share a common interest or goal
D. They are groups of individuals who are opposed to the government
Question 5
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has been instrumental in promoting regional integration in West Africa. Which of the following is a key feature of ECOWAS?
A. A single currency for all member states
B. A common passport for all member states
C. A regional parliament to make laws for member states
D. A regional court to settle disputes between member states
Question 6
The concept of legitimacy in government is closely related to the idea of power. Discuss how the two concepts are intertwined, using examples from Nigeria's constitutional development.
A. Legitimacy is a means of acquiring power, while power is a means of exercising legitimacy.
B. Legitimacy is a product of power, while power is a product of legitimacy.
C. Legitimacy and power are two separate concepts that are not intertwined.
D. Legitimacy is a means of limiting power, while power is a means of limiting legitimacy.
Question 7
The United Nations has a unique structure that allows for the representation of all member states. Which of the following is a feature of the UN's structure?
A. A single executive head
B. A bicameral legislature
C. A system of representation by region
D. A system of representation by population
Question 8
A pressure group is a group of people who share similar interests and goals, and who try to influence the government to achieve their objectives. Which of the following is a characteristic of a pressure group?
A. A group of people who share similar economic interests
B. A group of people who share similar political interests
C. A group of people who share similar social interests
D. A group of people who share similar cultural interests
Question 9
The concept of pressure groups is closely related to the idea of interest groups. Discuss the relationship between pressure groups and interest groups, and explain how they are distinct from each other.
A. Pressure groups are organizations that seek to influence public policy, while interest groups are organizations that seek to promote the interests of their members.
B. Pressure groups are organizations that seek to promote the interests of their members, while interest groups are organizations that seek to influence public policy.
C. Pressure groups and interest groups are interchangeable terms that refer to the same concept.
D. Pressure groups and interest groups are distinct concepts that refer to different aspects of political activity.
Question 10
A diagram of a plant cell is shown below. Identify the part labeled 'A' and describe its function in the cell.
A. The cell wall is used to provide structural support to the cell.
B. The nucleus is used to store the genetic material of the cell.
C. The cell wall is used to store the genetic material of the cell.
D. The nucleus is used to provide structural support to the cell.
Question 11
The concept of legitimacy in political science refers to the acceptance of a political system or institution by the people. Which of the following is a factor that contributes to the legitimacy of a political system?
A. The ability of the government to provide security and stability
B. The ability of the government to provide economic benefits
C. The ability of the government to provide social services
D. The ability of the government to provide justice and equality
Question 12
The Electoral System in Nigeria is based on the principle of 'Universal Adult Suffrage'. Which of the following is a characteristic of Universal Adult Suffrage?
A. It involves the right of all adults to vote and be voted for
B. It involves the right of only certain adults to vote and be voted for
C. It involves the right of only certain groups to vote and be voted for
D. It involves the right of only certain individuals to vote and be voted for
Question 13
The concept of separation of powers in government refers to the division of power among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches. Which of the following is a benefit of the separation of powers?
A. Prevents the concentration of power
B. Promotes efficiency and speed in decision-making
C. Reduces the risk of corruption
D. Increases the power of the executive branch
Question 14
The concept of federalism in Nigeria is designed to promote regional autonomy and diversity. Which of the following is a characteristic of the Nigerian federal system?
A. A strong central government
B. A weak central government
C. A system of regional autonomy
D. A system of local government
Question 15
The concept of foreign policy in international relations is closely related to the idea of national interest. Discuss how the two concepts are intertwined, using examples from Nigeria's foreign policy.
A. Foreign policy is a means of acquiring national interest, while national interest is a means of exercising foreign policy.
B. Foreign policy is a product of national interest, while national interest is a product of foreign policy.
C. Foreign policy and national interest are two separate concepts that are not intertwined.
D. Foreign policy is a means of limiting national interest, while national interest is a means of limiting foreign policy.

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