POST UTME BELLS UNIVERSITY 2022 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The African Union (AU) has been instrumental in promoting peace and security in Africa. Discuss the role of the AU in promoting peace and security in the continent.
A. The AU has been successful in promoting peace and security in Africa through its peacekeeping missions.
B. The AU has been unsuccessful in promoting peace and security in Africa due to its limited resources.
C. The AU has played a crucial role in promoting peace and security in Africa through its conflict prevention and resolution mechanisms.
D. The AU has not played a significant role in promoting peace and security in Africa.
Question 2
In a federal system of government, the relationship between the central government and the constituent units is characterized by a division of powers. Discuss the implications of this division for the distribution of power between the federal government and the states.
A. The division of powers leads to a concentration of power at the federal level.
B. The division of powers results in a decentralization of power to the states.
C. The division of powers has no impact on the distribution of power between the federal government and the states.
D. The division of powers leads to a balance of power between the federal government and the states.
Question 3
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria provides for the creation of which of the following types of electoral systems?
A. First-Past-The-Post System
B. Proportional Representation System
C. Mixed-Member System
D. Single Transferable Vote System
Question 4
The concept of authority in international relations is often associated with the legitimacy of a state's actions. Discuss the relationship between authority and legitimacy in international relations.
A. Authority is a prerequisite for legitimacy in international relations.
B. Legitimacy is a prerequisite for authority in international relations.
C. Authority and legitimacy are mutually exclusive concepts in international relations.
D. Authority and legitimacy are unrelated concepts in international relations.
Question 5
The concept of the rule of law in Nigeria is enshrined in the Constitution. Which of the following is a fundamental principle of the rule of law?
A. The President is above the law.
B. The National Assembly has the power to make laws without consulting the President.
C. Every citizen is equal before the law.
D. The Judiciary has the power to interpret laws as they see fit.
Question 6
The concept of 'separation of powers' in Nigeria's constitutional development is designed to ensure
A. the independence of the judiciary from the executive and legislative branches
B. the accountability of the executive to the legislative branch
C. the representation of the people's interests in the legislative branch
D. the protection of individual rights and freedoms
Question 7
The pre-colonial administration in West Africa was characterized by the existence of various kingdoms and empires. Discuss the impact of colonialism on these pre-colonial systems of administration.
A. Colonialism led to the collapse of pre-colonial systems of administration.
B. Colonialism had a minimal impact on pre-colonial systems of administration.
C. Colonialism led to the transformation of pre-colonial systems of administration.
D. Colonialism had no impact on pre-colonial systems of administration.
Question 8
The concept of public administration is closely related to which of the following?
A. Bureaucracy
B. Democracy
C. Socialism
D. Capitalism
Question 9
Which of the following is a characteristic of a federal system of government?
A. Decentralization of power
B. Centralization of power
C. Separation of powers
D. Concentration of power
Question 10
The concept of public administration in Nigeria is crucial for the effective delivery of public goods and services. Which of the following is a key characteristic of public administration?
A. Public administration is a private sector activity.
B. Public administration is a profit-making activity.
C. Public administration is a service-oriented activity.
D. Public administration is a bureaucratic activity.
Question 11
The concept of local government in Nigeria is enshrined in the Constitution. Which of the following is a key function of local government?
A. Local government has the power to make laws without consulting the State Government.
B. Local government has the power to collect taxes without consulting the State Government.
C. Local government has the power to provide basic services such as healthcare and education.
D. Local government has the power to declare a state of emergency without consulting the State Government.
Question 12
The concept of legitimacy in international relations is closely tied to the idea of sovereignty. Discuss the relationship between legitimacy and sovereignty in the context of international organizations.
A. Legitimacy is a prerequisite for sovereignty in international organizations.
B. Sovereignty is a prerequisite for legitimacy in international organizations.
C. Legitimacy and sovereignty are mutually exclusive concepts in international organizations.
D. Legitimacy and sovereignty are unrelated concepts in international organizations.
Question 13
The concept of local government is closely related to the concept of decentralization. Discuss the relationship between local government and decentralization, using examples from the Nigerian local government system.
A. Local government is a means of ensuring decentralization, while decentralization is a means of ensuring local government.
B. Local government is a system of government that prioritizes decentralization, while decentralization is a principle that guides the actions of government officials.
C. Local government is a concept that is separate from decentralization, and is not related to it.
D. Decentralization is a means of ensuring local government, while local government is a means of ensuring decentralization.
Question 14
The concept of 'checks and balances' in Nigeria's constitutional development is designed to prevent
A. the concentration of power in the hands of the executive
B. the abuse of power by the legislative and judicial branches
C. the dominance of the federal government over the states
D. the influence of foreign powers on domestic politics
Question 15
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has implemented several initiatives to promote regional integration and economic development in West Africa, including the
A. ECOWAS Trade Liberalization Scheme (ETLS)
B. ECOWAS Monetary Union (EMU) initiative
C. ECOWAS Common External Tariff (CET) policy
D. ECOWAS Free Movement of Persons (FMP) agreement

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