POST UTME COAL CITY UNIVERSITY 2019 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of checks and balances in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing the concentration of power in the hands of any one branch of government. Which of the following is a correct example of checks and balances?
A. The power of the President to appoint judges is checked by the Senate.
B. The power of the National Assembly to make laws is checked by the President.
C. The power of the judiciary to interpret laws is checked by the executive.
D. The power of the executive to appoint ambassadors is checked by the Senate.
Question 2
The 'Rule of Law' is a concept that is essential in the functioning of a democratic government. Discuss the importance of the 'Rule of Law' in the administration of justice.
A. The Rule of Law ensures that the government acts in accordance with the law.
B. The Rule of Law ensures that citizens are treated fairly and equally under the law.
C. The Rule of Law ensures that the government is accountable to the people.
D. The Rule of Law ensures that the government is independent of the people.
Question 3
The concept of legitimacy in the context of political power is closely related to the idea of
A. popular sovereignty
B. social contract
C. rule of law
D. sovereign authority
Question 4
The concept of separation of powers in government refers to the division of power among which of the following branches?
A. The legislative, executive, and judicial branches
B. The executive and legislative branches
C. The judicial and legislative branches
D. The executive and judicial branches
Question 5
A diagram of a simple circuit is shown below. Identify the part labeled 'A'.
A. The resistor
B. The battery
C. The switch
D. The wire
Question 6
The concept of checks and balances in government refers to the system of restraints and limitations placed on each branch of government to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful. 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 impeach the president
B. The power of the judicial branch to declare laws unconstitutional
C. The power of the executive branch to veto laws passed by Congress
D. The power of the executive branch to appoint judges
Question 7
The 'Local Government' in Nigeria is a system of government that is closest to the people. Discuss the role of the 'Local Government Council' in the administration of local affairs.
A. The Local Government Council is responsible for collecting taxes and maintaining law and order.
B. The Local Government Council is responsible for providing basic amenities such as water, electricity, and healthcare.
C. The Local Government Council is responsible for promoting economic development and providing employment opportunities.
D. The Local Government Council is responsible for resolving disputes and administering justice.
Question 8
The concept of 'Constitutionalism' is closely related to the idea of the 'Rule of Law'. Discuss the relationship between these two concepts, using examples from the Nigerian Constitution.
A. Constitutionalism is a means of ensuring that the Rule of Law is upheld in a country.
B. The Rule of Law is a principle that is enshrined in the Nigerian Constitution.
C. Constitutionalism is a system of government that is based on the Rule of Law.
D. The Rule of Law is a concept that is separate from Constitutionalism.
Question 9
The concept of 'Human Rights' is a fundamental principle of Constitutionalism. Discuss the importance of human rights in a democratic society.
A. Human rights are essential for the protection of individual freedoms.
B. Human rights are a means of ensuring that the government is accountable to its citizens.
C. Human rights are a principle that is enshrined in the Nigerian Constitution.
D. Human rights are a concept that is separate from Constitutionalism.
Question 10
The concept of public administration in Nigeria is closely related to the idea of
A. bureaucratic efficiency
B. democratic participation
C. social welfare
D. economic development
Question 11
The 'Pressure Groups' are organizations that seek to influence the government to act in a particular way. Discuss the role of 'Pressure Groups' in the functioning of a democratic government.
A. Pressure Groups ensure that the government acts in accordance with the law.
B. Pressure Groups ensure that citizens are treated fairly and equally under the law.
C. Pressure Groups ensure that the government is accountable to the people.
D. Pressure Groups ensure that the government is independent of the people.
Question 12
In a pre-colonial African society, the king's authority was based on his ability to provide for the welfare of his people. Discuss how this type of authority differs from the authority exercised by a modern-day president.
A. The king's authority was based on his ability to provide for the welfare of his people, whereas a modern-day president's authority is based on his ability to enforce laws and maintain order.
B. The king's authority was based on his ability to enforce laws and maintain order, whereas a modern-day president's authority is based on his ability to provide for the welfare of his people.
C. The king's authority was based on his ability to provide for the welfare of his people, and this type of authority is still exercised by modern-day presidents.
D. The king's authority was based on his ability to enforce laws and maintain order, and this type of authority is still exercised by modern-day presidents.
Question 13
The concept of electoral systems in Nigeria is closely related to the idea of
A. free and fair elections
B. party politics and representation
C. electoral college and proportional representation
D. referendum and plebiscite
Question 14
The concept of legitimacy in political systems is closely related to the idea of authority. Discuss how the legitimacy of a government can be affected by the level of authority exercised by its leaders.
A. Legitimacy is directly proportional to the level of authority exercised by leaders.
B. Legitimacy is inversely proportional to the level of authority exercised by leaders.
C. Legitimacy is not affected by the level of authority exercised by leaders.
D. Legitimacy is directly affected by the level of authority exercised by leaders, but only in authoritarian regimes.
Question 15
In a pre-colonial African society, the king's authority was based on his ability to provide for the welfare of his people. Discuss how this type of authority differs from the authority exercised by a modern-day president.
A. The king's authority was based on his ability to provide for the welfare of his people, whereas a modern-day president's authority is based on his ability to enforce laws and maintain order.
B. The king's authority was based on his ability to enforce laws and maintain order, whereas a modern-day president's authority is based on his ability to provide for the welfare of his people.
C. The king's authority was based on his ability to provide for the welfare of his people, and this type of authority is still exercised by modern-day presidents.
D. The king's authority was based on his ability to enforce laws and maintain order, and this type of authority is still exercised by modern-day presidents.

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