POST UTME AFE BABALOLA UNIVERSITY 2019 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) was established in?
A. 1975
B. 1980
C. 1985
D. 1990
Question 2
The concept of authority is often associated with the idea of legitimate power. Discuss how authority is exercised in a constitutional democracy.
A. Authority is exercised through the use of coercion and force in a constitutional democracy.
B. Authority is exercised through the use of persuasion and negotiation in a constitutional democracy.
C. Authority is exercised through the use of institutions and procedures in a constitutional democracy.
D. Authority is exercised through the use of moral and ethical principles in a constitutional democracy.
Question 3
Which of the following is a characteristic of a federal system of government?
A. A strong central government with limited powers
B. A decentralized system with powers divided between the central government and constituent units
C. A unitary system with a weak central government
D. A confederal system with a strong central government
Question 4
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria provides for a unicameral or bicameral legislature. Which of the following is a characteristic of a unicameral legislature?
A. It has two chambers
B. It has a single chamber
C. It is composed of members elected by the people
D. It is composed of members appointed by the President
Question 5
The concept of the principle of federalism in Nigeria's constitutional framework is rooted in the idea of
A. the promotion of regional autonomy and self-governance
B. the protection of individual rights and freedoms
C. the limitation of government power and authority
D. the promotion of social justice and equality
Question 6
The concept of human rights is enshrined in the Nigerian Constitution. Which of the following is a fundamental human right that is guaranteed by the Constitution?
A. The right to freedom of expression.
B. The right to freedom of association.
C. The right to freedom from discrimination.
D. The right to freedom of movement.
Question 7
The concept of 'plural society' was first introduced by which of the following authors?
A. Karl Deutsch
B. Karl Popper
C. Karl Marx
D. Karl Mannheim
Question 8
The concept of 'soft power' in international relations was first introduced by which of the following authors?
A. Joseph Nye
B. Zbigniew Brzezinski
C. Hans Morgenthau
D. Kenneth Waltz
Question 9
The 1963 Republican Constitution of Nigeria was a product of which of the following constitutional conferences?
A. Willinks Commission
B. Richardson Constitution
C. Lugard Constitutional Conference
D. Macpherson Constitution
Question 10
The Electoral Act of 2010 provides for the conduct of elections in Nigeria. Which of the following is a requirement for the registration of political parties?
A. The party must have at least 50,000 members nationwide.
B. The party must have at least 20,000 members in each of the 36 states.
C. The party must have at least 10,000 members in each of the 774 local governments.
D. The party must have at least 5,000 members in each of the 36 states.
Question 11
The African Union's (AU) primary objective is to promote economic, political, and social integration among its member states. Which of the following is a key mechanism for achieving this objective?
A. The AU's Peace and Security Council
B. The AU's Economic, Social and Cultural Council
C. The AU's Conference of Heads of State and Government
D. The AU's Commission
Question 12
The 1963 Republican Constitution of Nigeria was a product of?
A. The 1963 Constitutional Conference
B. The 1966 Military Coup
C. The 1967 Civil War
D. The 1979 Constitutional Conference
Question 13
The concept of constitutionalism in Nigeria is rooted in the country's colonial past. Which of the following best describes the impact of colonialism on Nigeria's constitutional development?
A. Colonialism introduced a rigid and inflexible constitution that hindered Nigeria's political development.
B. Colonialism imposed a constitution that prioritized the interests of the colonial power over those of the indigenous population.
C. Colonialism facilitated the adoption of a constitution that promoted democratic values and human rights.
D. Colonialism led to the creation of a constitution that was tailored to the specific needs of the Nigerian people.
Question 14
The concept of federal character in Nigeria's federal system is rooted in the need to promote
A. regional balance and representation
B. cultural diversity and inclusivity
C. regional autonomy and self-governance
D. national unity and integration
Question 15
The 1979 Constitution of Nigeria was a product of which type of constitutional conference?
A. Constitutional Conference
B. National Assembly
C. Constitutional Review Committee
D. Constitutional Drafting Committee

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