POST UTME BSU 2017 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of public administration in a democratic system is designed to ensure that government services are delivered efficiently and effectively. Which of the following is an example of a principle of public administration?
A. The principle of efficiency
B. The principle of effectiveness
C. The principle of equity
D. The principle of accountability
Question 2
The concept of checks and balances in a system of government is designed to prevent the concentration of power in one branch of government. Which of the following is an example of a check on the power of the executive branch?
A. The power of the legislative branch to declare war.
B. The power of the judicial branch to declare laws unconstitutional.
C. The power of the executive branch to veto legislation.
D. The power of the legislative branch to impeach the president.
Question 3
The 'Rule of Law' is a fundamental principle of which of the following forms of government?
A. Democracy
B. Monarchy
C. Oligarchy
D. Autocracy
Question 4
The concept of separation of powers in a democratic system is designed to prevent the concentration of power in one institution. Which of the following is a characteristic of the legislative branch in a system of separation of powers?
A. The power to declare war
B. The power to appoint judges
C. The power to approve presidential appointments
D. The power to conduct foreign policy
Question 5
A diagram of a titration setup is shown below. If 25.0 mL of 0.100 M HCl is added to 25.0 mL of 0.100 M NaOH, what is the pH of the resulting solution?
A. 7.00
B. 8.00
C. 9.00
D. 10.0
Question 6
The United Nations (UN) has a number of specialized agencies that work to promote economic and social development. Which of the following is a key objective of the World Health Organization (WHO)?
A. To promote global health and well-being
B. To provide humanitarian assistance and disaster relief
C. To promote economic development and trade
D. To protect the environment and natural resources
Question 7
The concept of rule of law in a democratic system is designed to ensure that all citizens are treated equally under the law. Which of the following is an example of a principle of the rule of law?
A. The principle of equality before the law
B. The principle of separation of powers
C. The principle of checks and balances
D. The principle of judicial review
Question 8
The concept of constitutionalism is a fundamental principle of democratic governance. Which of the following is a key feature of a constitutional system?
A. The concentration of power in the hands of a single individual.
B. The absence of checks and balances on the executive branch.
C. The protection of individual rights and freedoms through a bill of rights.
D. The lack of transparency and accountability in government.
Question 9
The concept of checks and balances in a democratic system is designed to prevent the abuse of power by any one institution. Which of the following is an example of a check on the power of the executive branch?
A. The power to declare war
B. The power to approve presidential appointments
C. The power to conduct foreign policy
D. The power to veto legislation
Question 10
The concept of separation of powers is a fundamental principle of democratic governance. Which of the following is a key characteristic of the legislative branch?
A. The power to declare war
B. The power to appoint judges
C. The power to approve presidential appointments
D. The power to declare a state of emergency
Question 11
The concept of federalism is often associated with the idea of a decentralized system of government. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of federalism in Nigeria, using examples from the country's political history.
A. Federalism is a more efficient system of government than unitarism.
B. Federalism is a more democratic system of government than unitarism.
C. Federalism is a more stable system of government than unitarism.
D. Federalism is a more corrupt system of government than unitarism.
Question 12
The concept of legitimacy in public administration refers to the acceptance of authority by the governed. Which of the following is a key factor that contributes to the legitimacy of a government?
A. The government's ability to provide public goods and services
B. The government's respect for human rights and the rule of law
C. The government's ability to maintain law and order
D. The government's economic performance and growth
Question 13
The concept of power in public administration refers to the ability of a government to influence the behavior of its citizens. Which of the following is a key source of power for a government?
A. Legislative power
B. Executive power
C. Judicial power
D. Coercive power
Question 14
The concept of human rights is often associated with the idea of individual freedoms. Discuss the relationship between human rights and individual freedoms, using examples from Nigeria's human rights history.
A. Human rights are a means of protecting individual freedoms.
B. Individual freedoms are a means of protecting human rights.
C. Human rights and individual freedoms are unrelated concepts.
D. Human rights are a threat to individual freedoms.
Question 15
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 decision-making process is based on consensus among member states.
B. The AU has established a common currency, the African Currency Unit (ACU).
C. The AU's New Partnership for Africa's Development (NEPAD) program aims to promote economic integration.
D. The AU has established a regional trade bloc, the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).

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