POST UTME ABU 2018 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The separation of powers in a government refers to the division of power among different branches or institutions. Which of the following is a key benefit of this system?
A. It prevents any one branch from becoming too powerful.
B. It allows for more efficient decision-making.
C. It reduces the need for checks and balances.
D. It eliminates the possibility of conflict between branches.
Question 2
The concept of power in political science is often associated with the ability of a ruler to make decisions and enforce them. However, this definition is incomplete because it does not account for the
A. legitimacy of the ruler
B. ability of the ruler to delegate tasks
C. influence of external factors on the ruler's decisions
D. role of the bureaucracy in implementing policies
Question 3
The United Nations (UN) is an international organization that aims to promote peace and security among its member states. Which of the following is a key responsibility of the UN Security Council?
A. To investigate and report on human rights abuses.
B. To provide humanitarian aid to affected populations.
C. To maintain international peace and security.
D. To promote economic development and cooperation.
Question 4
The concept of authority in international relations is often associated with the ability of a state to exert influence over other states. Discuss how the concept of authority is related to the concept of legitimacy in international relations.
A. Authority and legitimacy are interchangeable concepts in international relations.
B. Authority is a necessary condition for legitimacy in international relations.
C. Legitimacy is a necessary condition for authority in international relations.
D. Authority and legitimacy are unrelated concepts in international relations.
Question 5
A local government council in Nigeria has a budget of ₦500 million for the year. If the council allocates 20% of the budget to capital projects, how much is allocated to capital projects?
A. ₦100,000,000
B. ₦200,000,000
C. ₦300,000,000
D. ₦400,000,000
Question 6
The 1963 Republican Constitution of Nigeria established a parliamentary system of government. Which of the following was a key feature of this system?
A. A strong president with significant executive powers
B. A weak president with limited executive powers
C. A bicameral legislature with equal powers
D. A unicameral legislature with limited powers
Question 7
The 'Foreign Policy' of a country is influenced by its 'National Interest'. Discuss the role of national interest in shaping a country's foreign policy.
A. It is the primary consideration in shaping a country's foreign policy.
B. It is one of the many considerations in shaping a country's foreign policy.
C. It is not a consideration in shaping a country's foreign policy.
D. It is the only consideration in shaping a country's foreign policy.
Question 8
The United Nations (UN) is an international organization that was established in 1945. Which of the following is one of the main purposes of the UN?
A. To promote peace and security
B. To promote economic development
C. To promote social justice
D. To promote environmental protection
Question 9
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is a regional economic community that aims to promote economic integration among its member states. Which of the following is a key objective of ECOWAS?
A. To promote free trade among member states
B. To establish a common currency among member states
C. To promote economic development among member states
D. To promote political integration among member states
Question 10
A local government council in Nigeria has a budget of ₦500 million for the year. If the council allocates 15% of the budget to recurrent expenditure, how much is allocated to recurrent expenditure?
A. ₦75,000,000
B. ₦100,000,000
C. ₦125,000,000
D. ₦150,000,000
Question 11
The concept of 'checks and balances' in a presidential system of government is exemplified by the separation of powers among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches. Which of the following best describes the relationship between the executive and judicial branches in this context?
A. The executive branch has the power to appoint judges to the judiciary.
B. The judicial branch has the power to impeach the executive branch.
C. The executive branch has the power to veto legislation passed by the legislative branch.
D. The judicial branch has the power to declare laws passed by the legislative branch unconstitutional.
Question 12
The concept of Separation of Powers in a democratic system is designed to prevent the concentration of power in one branch of government. Which of the following is a key feature of this concept?
A. Checks and Balances
B. Federalism
C. Unitary System
D. Constitutional Monarchy
Question 13
The concept of 'checks and balances' in a presidential system of government is exemplified by the separation of powers among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches. Which of the following best describes the relationship between the executive and legislative branches in this context?
A. The executive branch has the power to veto legislation passed by the legislative branch.
B. The legislative branch has the power to impeach the executive branch.
C. The executive branch has the power to appoint judges to the judiciary.
D. The legislative branch has the power to declare war without executive approval.
Question 14
The concept of public administration refers to the management of public programs and services. Which of the following is a key principle of public administration?
A. Efficiency and effectiveness.
B. Equity and fairness.
C. Accountability and transparency.
D. All of the above.
Question 15
The concept of 'separation of powers' in a presidential system of government is exemplified by the division of powers among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches. Which of the following best describes the relationship between the legislative and judicial branches in this context?
A. The legislative branch has the power to impeach judges appointed by the executive branch.
B. The judicial branch has the power to declare laws passed by the legislative branch unconstitutional.
C. The legislative branch has the power to appoint judges to the judiciary.
D. The judicial branch has the power to impeach members of the legislative branch.

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