POST UTME AL-HIKMAH UNIVERSITY 2019 Government | Objective

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Question 1
A political party's primary function is to provide a platform for citizens to participate in the political process. Discuss the role of political parties in promoting democracy in Nigeria.
A. Political parties provide a means for citizens to express their opinions and participate in the decision-making process.
B. Political parties are responsible for promoting the interests of their members and supporters.
C. Political parties are not necessary for democracy to function effectively.
D. Political parties are responsible for implementing government policies and programs.
Question 2
The concept of legitimacy in government refers to the idea that a government has the right to exercise power over its citizens. Which of the following is a source of legitimacy?
A. The consent of the governed.
B. The power of the majority.
C. The authority of tradition.
D. The right of conquest.
Question 3
The concept of legitimacy in international relations is closely tied to the idea of authority. Discuss the relationship between legitimacy and authority in the context of international organizations.
A. Legitimacy is a necessary condition for authority in international organizations.
B. Authority is a necessary condition for legitimacy in international organizations.
C. Legitimacy and authority are interchangeable concepts in international organizations.
D. Legitimacy is irrelevant to authority in international organizations.
Question 4
A country has a federal system of government, where power is divided between the central government and the states. What is the primary advantage of this system?
A. It promotes decentralization of power
B. It reduces the risk of authoritarianism
C. It increases the efficiency of government
D. It promotes economic growth
Question 5
The concept of constitutional development in political science refers to the process of creating and amending a country's constitution. Explain how Nigeria's constitution has evolved over time.
A. Nigeria's constitution has evolved from a federal system to a unitary system.
B. Nigeria's constitution has evolved from a unitary system to a federal system.
C. Nigeria's constitution has remained unchanged over time.
D. Nigeria's constitution has become more complex over time.
Question 6
The concept of 'electoral systems and processes' refers to the ways in which citizens participate in the selection of their leaders. Which of the following is an example of a 'proportional representation' electoral system?
A. A first-past-the-post system
B. A single transferable vote system
C. A mixed-member proportional system
D. A closed-list proportional representation system
Question 7
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has been instrumental in promoting economic integration in West Africa. Discuss the role of ECOWAS in promoting economic integration and its impact on the region.
A. ECOWAS has been successful in promoting economic integration in West Africa.
B. ECOWAS has failed to promote economic integration in West Africa.
C. ECOWAS has had a mixed impact on economic integration in West Africa.
D. ECOWAS has no role in promoting economic integration in West Africa.
Question 8
The United Nations (UN) has been criticized for its inability to prevent humanitarian crises in various parts of the world. Discuss the role of the UN in preventing humanitarian crises and propose possible solutions to this problem.
A. The UN should prioritize economic development over humanitarian intervention.
B. The UN should establish a standing peacekeeping force to intervene in humanitarian crises.
C. The UN should focus on providing humanitarian aid rather than trying to prevent crises.
D. The UN should work with regional organizations to prevent humanitarian crises.
Question 9
The concept of separation of powers is a fundamental principle of constitutionalism. Which of the following is a characteristic of the legislative branch?
A. It has the power to declare war.
B. It has the power to appoint judges.
C. It has the power to approve presidential appointments.
D. It has the power to veto laws.
Question 10
The African Union's (AU) primary goal is to promote economic, political, and social integration among its member states. Which of the following is a key mechanism for achieving this goal?
A. The AU's Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM)
B. The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)
C. The African Union's Peace and Security Council
D. The African Union's Economic, Social and Cultural Council (ECOSOCC)
Question 11
The African Union (AU) has been criticized for its lack of effective conflict resolution mechanisms. Discuss the AU's conflict resolution mechanisms and propose possible improvements.
A. The AU should establish a standing peacekeeping force to intervene in conflicts.
B. The AU should focus on providing humanitarian aid rather than trying to resolve conflicts.
C. The AU should work with regional organizations to resolve conflicts.
D. The AU should prioritize economic development over conflict resolution.
Question 12
The diagram below shows the structure of the Nigerian economy. Identify the sector responsible for generating the majority of the country's revenue.
A. Agriculture
B. Industry
C. Services
D. None of the above
Question 13
The concept of constitutionalism is closely related to the idea of the rule of law. Discuss how the rule of law and constitutionalism are intertwined in the context of Nigeria's 1999 Constitution.
A. Constitutionalism is a system of government where the constitution is supreme and all laws are derived from it.
B. The rule of law is a principle that ensures that all citizens are treated equally under the law, regardless of their social status or position.
C. Constitutionalism and the rule of law are two separate concepts that are not related to each other.
D. The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is an example of a constitution that embodies the principles of constitutionalism and the rule of law.
Question 14
The concept of human rights is a fundamental principle of constitutionalism. Which of the following is a human right?
A. The right to life.
B. The right to freedom of speech.
C. The right to a fair trial.
D. The right to bear arms.
Question 15
A local government has a population of 100,000 people. If the local government is divided into 5 wards, what is the population of each ward?
A. 20,000
B. 25,000
C. 30,000
D. 40,000

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