Practice Post UTME ABU government 2017 Past Questions

Question 1

The concept of legitimacy in international relations is closely tied to the idea of authority. Discuss how the legitimacy of international organizations such as the European Union is derived from their authority.

A. Legitimacy is derived from the consent of member states.

B. Legitimacy is derived from the authority of the organization's leadership.

C. Legitimacy is derived from the organization's ability to enforce its decisions.

D. Legitimacy is derived from the organization's ability to provide public goods.

Question 2

The concept of Federalism is a system of government in which power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units. Which of the following is a characteristic of a federal system of government?

A. The central authority has complete control over all matters

B. The constituent political units have complete control over all matters

C. Power is divided between the central authority and the constituent political units

D. The central authority has the power to override the decisions of the constituent political units

Question 3

A political party is a group of people who share similar political beliefs and goals. Discuss the role of political parties in a democratic system of government, using examples from Nigeria.

A. Political parties play a crucial role in a democratic system of government by providing a platform for citizens to participate in the political process.

B. Political parties are not necessary in a democratic system of government, as citizens can participate directly in the political process.

C. Political parties are a means of enforcing the rule of law, while the rule of law is a means of enforcing constitutionalism.

D. Political parties are a system of government that prioritizes the rule of law, while the rule of law is a system of government that prioritizes constitutionalism.

Question 4

In the context of Electoral Systems and Processes, what is the primary advantage of a proportional representation system?

A. It ensures that the party with the most votes wins the election

B. It allows for greater representation of minority groups

C. It promotes greater stability and predictability in government

D. It reduces the likelihood of electoral disputes

Question 5

The concept of authority in government refers to the right to make decisions and enforce laws. Which of the following is a characteristic of authority?

A. It is based on the consent of the people

B. It is based on the power to make laws

C. It is based on the power to enforce laws

D. It is based on the support of the people

Question 6

In a presidential system of government, the president serves as both the head of state and the head of government. What is the name of this system of government?

A. Parliamentary system

B. Constitutional monarchy

C. Presidential system

D. Federal system

Question 7

The concept of foreign policy in international relations refers to the actions taken by a country to promote its interests and security abroad. Which of the following is an example of a foreign policy tool?

A. Economic sanctions

B. Diplomatic recognition

C. Military intervention

D. Trade agreements

Question 8

The concept of power in international relations is often associated with the ability of a state to achieve its goals. Discuss how the concept of power is related to the concept of authority.

A. Power is the ability to achieve goals without the consent of others.

B. Power is the ability to achieve goals with the consent of others.

C. Power is the ability to enforce decisions without the consent of others.

D. Power is the ability to provide public goods without the consent of others.

Question 9

In the context of Foreign Policy and International Relations, what is the primary objective of the African Union's (AU) Agenda 2063?

A. To promote economic integration among African countries

B. To enhance regional security and stability

C. To promote democratic governance and human rights

D. To increase African representation in global governance

Question 10

In a system of government where the head of state is also the head of government, which of the following is a characteristic of the system?

A. Separation of powers

B. Concentration of power

C. Checks and balances

D. Unitary system

Question 11

The concept of foreign policy is closely related to the idea of international relations. Discuss the relationship between these two concepts, using examples from Nigeria.

A. Foreign policy is a means of enforcing international relations, while international relations is a means of enforcing foreign policy.

B. Foreign policy is a system of government that prioritizes international relations, while international relations is a system of government that prioritizes foreign policy.

C. Foreign policy and international relations are two separate concepts that are not closely related.

D. Foreign policy is a concept that is only relevant in countries with a parliamentary system of government, while international relations is relevant in all countries.

Question 12

The concept of power in political science refers to the ability of individuals or groups to influence the behavior of others. Discuss the different types of power, including coercive, legitimate, and expert power, and explain how they are used in different contexts.

A. Coercive power is the ability to force others to comply with one's wishes, while legitimate power is the acceptance of authority by the people.

B. Expert power is the ability to influence others through knowledge and expertise, while coercive power is the ability to force others to comply with one's wishes.

C. Legitimate power is the acceptance of authority by the people, while expert power is the ability to influence others through knowledge and expertise.

D. Coercive power is the ability to force others to comply with one's wishes, while expert power is the ability to influence others through knowledge and expertise.

Question 13

The concept of Separation of Powers is a mechanism that prevents any one branch of government from becoming too powerful. Which of the following is a characteristic of the Separation of Powers?

A. Each branch has the power to check the actions of the other branches

B. The legislative branch has the power to make laws, the executive branch has the power to enforce laws, and the judicial branch has the power to interpret laws

C. The president has the power to veto laws passed by the legislature

D. The Supreme Court has the power to declare laws passed by the legislature unconstitutional

Question 14

In a federal system of government, power is divided between the central government and the constituent units. Explain the advantages and disadvantages of a federal system, and discuss its relevance to the Nigerian political system.

A. Advantages: promotes regional autonomy, encourages economic development, and reduces conflict between regions.

B. Disadvantages: creates bureaucratic inefficiencies, hinders national unity, and increases regional tensions.

C. Advantages: promotes national unity, encourages economic development, and reduces regional tensions.

D. Disadvantages: creates bureaucratic inefficiencies, hinders regional autonomy, and increases national tensions.

Question 15

The Nigerian Constitution is the supreme law of the land, and it outlines the framework for the country's government and institutions. Discuss the importance of the Constitution in Nigerian politics, and explain how it has been amended over time.

A. The Constitution is the supreme law of the land, and it outlines the framework for the country's government and institutions.

B. The Constitution has been amended several times since its adoption in 1999, with the most recent amendment being in 2018.

C. The Constitution is not the supreme law of the land, and it has been superseded by other laws and regulations.

D. The Constitution has not been amended since its adoption in 1999, and it remains the same today.

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