POST UTME BSU 2025 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The 1980s and 1990s were a period of economic decline in Nigeria. Which of the following was a major factor contributing to this decline?
A. The decline in oil prices
B. The increase in foreign debt
C. The decline in agricultural production
D. The increase in inflation
Question 2
The 1966 Nigerian coup d'etat led to the overthrow of which of the following heads of state?
A. Tafawa Balewa
B. Nnamdi Azikiwe
C. Abubakar Tafawa Balewa
D. Nnamdi Azikiwe
Question 3
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is a regional organization dedicated to promoting economic integration. Which of the following is a major objective of ECOWAS?
A. To promote economic development and cooperation among member states
B. To maintain peace and security in West Africa
C. To promote human rights and fundamental freedoms
D. To promote democracy and good governance
Question 4
A researcher is studying the impact of climate change on agriculture in Nigeria. Which of the following variables is most likely to be affected by climate change?
A. Temperature
B. Precipitation
C. Soil quality
D. Crop yield
Question 5
Which of the following is a major challenge facing Nigeria's education sector?
A. Inadequate funding
B. Poor infrastructure
C. Inadequate teacher training
D. All of the above
Question 6
The United Nations (UN) is a global organization dedicated to promoting peace and security. Which of the following is a major function of the UN?
A. To promote economic development and cooperation among member states
B. To maintain international peace and security
C. To provide humanitarian assistance to affected populations
D. To promote human rights and fundamental freedoms
Question 7
The concept of 'sankofa' is most closely associated with which of the following cultures?
A. Yoruba
B. Igbo
C. Hausa
D. Akan
Question 8
What is the name of the Nigerian bank that was established in 1960?
A. First Bank of Nigeria
B. Guaranty Trust Bank
C. United Bank for Africa
D. Standard Chartered Bank
Question 9
The concept of 'ubuntu' is most closely associated with which of the following values?
A. Community
B. Individualism
C. Collectivism
D. Humanism
Question 10
A company is considering investing in a new project in Nigeria. The project involves the construction of a new factory that will employ hundreds of workers. Which of the following is a potential environmental impact of this project?
A. Increased air pollution
B. Decreased water pollution
C. Increased greenhouse gas emissions
D. Decreased deforestation
Question 11
A researcher is studying the impact of climate change on agriculture in Nigeria. Which of the following data analysis techniques would be most appropriate for this study?
A. Regression analysis
B. Time series analysis
C. Cluster analysis
D. Factor analysis
Question 12
The 1966 Nigerian coup d'etat was a pivotal event in the country's history. Which of the following was a major consequence of this coup?
A. The overthrow of the First Republic
B. The rise of the military as a dominant force in Nigerian politics
C. The creation of the Republic of Biafra
D. The establishment of a federal military government
Question 13
What is the name of the Nigerian government's initiative to reduce poverty and improve living standards?
A. National Poverty Reduction Programme
B. National Economic Empowerment and Development Strategy
C. National Social Investment Programme
D. National Development Plan
Question 14
The 1960s and 1970s were a period of rapid economic growth in Nigeria. Which of the following was a major factor contributing to this growth?
A. The discovery of oil
B. The expansion of the agricultural sector
C. The growth of the manufacturing sector
D. The increase in foreign investment
Question 15
The 1966 Nigerian coup d'etat led to the overthrow of which of the following heads of state?
A. Tafawa Balewa
B. Nnamdi Azikiwe
C. Abubakar Tafawa Balewa
D. Nnamdi Azikiwe

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