POST UTME ABU 2019 Government | Objective

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Question 1
In a presidential system of government, what is the primary function of the legislative branch?
A. To make laws
B. To appoint judges
C. To approve presidential appointments
D. To conduct foreign policy
Question 2
In the context of electoral systems, 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 provides a fair representation of minority groups in the legislature.
C. It promotes the election of candidates based on their individual merits.
D. It reduces the influence of money in politics.
Question 3
The United Nations (UN) has played a crucial role in promoting peace and security in Africa. Discuss the UN's role in the African peace and security architecture, using examples from the UN's peacekeeping missions.
A. The UN has played a significant role in promoting peace and security in Africa through its peacekeeping missions.
B. The UN has played a significant role in promoting peace and security in Africa through its economic development programs.
C. The UN has played a limited role in promoting peace and security in Africa.
D. The UN has played no role in promoting peace and security in Africa.
Question 4
The United Nations (UN) has played a crucial role in promoting peace and security in Africa. Discuss the UN's role in the African peace and security architecture.
A. The UN has played a significant role in promoting peace and security in Africa through its peacekeeping missions.
B. The UN has played a significant role in promoting peace and security in Africa through its economic development programs.
C. The UN has played a limited role in promoting peace and security in Africa.
D. The UN has played no role in promoting peace and security in Africa.
Question 5
The concept of public administration is closely related to the idea of governance. Discuss the relationship between public administration and governance, using examples from the public sectors of Nigeria and South Africa.
A. Public administration is a necessary condition for governance, but not a sufficient one.
B. Governance is a necessary condition for public administration, but not a sufficient one.
C. Public administration and governance are interchangeable concepts.
D. Public administration is a form of governance.
Question 6
The concept of local government is closely related to the idea of decentralization. Discuss the relationship between these two concepts, using examples from the Nigerian local government system.
A. Local government is a means of implementing decentralization.
B. Decentralization is a means of implementing local government.
C. Local government and decentralization are mutually exclusive concepts.
D. Local government is a concept that predates decentralization.
Question 7
The concept of power in political systems is often associated with the idea of authority. Discuss the relationship between power and authority, using examples from the political systems of the United States and China.
A. Power is a necessary condition for authority, but not a sufficient one.
B. Authority is a necessary condition for power, but not a sufficient one.
C. Power and authority are interchangeable concepts.
D. Power is a form of authority.
Question 8
The concept of foreign policy is a critical aspect of international relations. Which of the following is a key objective of foreign policy?
A. To promote economic development among member states.
B. To maintain international peace and security.
C. To protect the national interest of the state.
D. To promote cultural exchange between nations.
Question 9
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has implemented several policies to promote economic integration in West Africa. Discuss the impact of these policies on the region's economic development.
A. The ECOWAS policies have promoted economic integration and development in West Africa.
B. The ECOWAS policies have had a limited impact on economic integration and development in West Africa.
C. The ECOWAS policies have hindered economic integration and development in West Africa.
D. The ECOWAS policies have had no impact on economic integration and development in West Africa.
Question 10
The concept of political parties is a critical aspect of democratic governance. Which of the following is a key function of political parties?
A. To promote the interests of a particular group or class.
B. To provide a platform for the election of candidates to public office.
C. To promote the development of a particular ideology or philosophy.
D. To provide a forum for the discussion of public policy issues.
Question 11
The concept of separation of powers is a fundamental principle of democratic governance. Which of the following best describes the relationship between the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government?
A. The legislative branch makes laws, the executive branch enforces laws, and the judicial branch interprets laws.
B. The executive branch has the power to make laws, the legislative branch has the power to enforce laws, and the judicial branch has the power to interpret laws.
C. 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.
D. The judicial branch has the power to make laws, the executive branch has the power to enforce laws, and the legislative branch has the power to interpret laws.
Question 12
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria provides for
A. A presidential system of government
B. A parliamentary system of government
C. A federal system of government with a strong central government
D. A confederation of states with a weak central government
Question 13
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has been instrumental in promoting economic integration and cooperation among its member states. Discuss the role of ECOWAS in promoting economic development in West Africa, using examples from the economies of Nigeria and Ghana.
A. ECOWAS has a significant role in promoting economic development in West Africa.
B. ECOWAS has a limited role in promoting economic development in West Africa.
C. ECOWAS has no role in promoting economic development in West Africa.
D. ECOWAS's role in promoting economic development in West Africa is dependent on the will of its member states.
Question 14
The concept of power is a fundamental principle of democratic governance. Which of the following best describes power?
A. Power is the ability to make laws.
B. Power is the ability to enforce laws.
C. Power is the ability to interpret laws.
D. Power is the ability to influence others.
Question 15
The concept of separation of powers in Nigeria is best described as
A. The legislative, executive, and judicial branches are separate and independent
B. The legislative and executive branches are separate, but the judicial branch is subordinate to the executive
C. The executive and judicial branches are separate, but the legislative branch is subordinate to the executive
D. The legislative, executive, and judicial branches are combined into a single branch

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