POST UTME COVENANT UNIVERSITY 2018 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of 'checks and balances' in the Nigerian Constitution is a direct legacy of which of the following systems of government?
A. Federalism
B. Unitary System
C. Confederation
D. Parliamentary System
Question 2
The concept of checks and balances in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing the concentration of power in the hands of one individual or institution. Which of the following is a correct example of checks and balances in the Nigerian Constitution?
A. The power of the President to appoint the Chief Justice of Nigeria 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 President to dissolve the House of Representatives is checked by the Senate.
D. The power of the Governor to appoint the Head of Service is checked by the State Assembly.
Question 3
The concept of 'separation of powers' in the Nigerian Constitution is aimed at preventing the concentration of power in the hands of one individual or institution. Which of the following is a correct example of this principle in action?
A. The President has the power to appoint the head of the Independent National Electoral Commission, while the National Assembly has the power to approve the President's appointments.
B. The National Assembly has the power to impeach the President, while the President has the power to veto laws passed by the Assembly.
C. The President has the power to dissolve the National Assembly, while the National Assembly has the power to remove the President from office.
D. The President has the power to appoint the Chief Justice of Nigeria, who then appoints judges to the Supreme Court.
Question 4
The concept of 'good governance' has been widely promoted by international organizations as a key factor in promoting economic development and poverty reduction. Which of the following is a key characteristic of good governance?
A. The presence of a strong and effective government
B. The promotion of transparency and accountability in government
C. The protection of human rights and the rule of law
D. The encouragement of corruption and patronage
Question 5
The concept of 'separation of powers' in the Nigerian Constitution is aimed at preventing the concentration of power in the hands of one individual or institution. Which of the following is a correct example of this principle in action?
A. The President has the power to appoint the head of the Independent National Electoral Commission, while the National Assembly has the power to approve the President's appointments.
B. The National Assembly has the power to impeach the President, while the President has the power to veto laws passed by the Assembly.
C. The President has the power to dissolve the National Assembly, while the National Assembly has the power to remove the President from office.
D. The President has the power to appoint the Chief Justice of Nigeria, who then appoints judges to the Supreme Court.
Question 6
The concept of 'checks and balances' in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing the concentration of power in the hands of one individual or institution. Which of the following is a correct example of this principle in action?
A. The President appoints the Chief Justice of Nigeria, who then appoints judges to the Supreme Court.
B. The National Assembly has the power to impeach the President, while the President has the power to veto laws passed by the Assembly.
C. The President has the power to dissolve the National Assembly, while the National Assembly has the power to remove the President from office.
D. The President has the power to appoint the head of the Independent National Electoral Commission, while the National Assembly has the power to approve the President's appointments.
Question 7
The 1963 Republican Constitution of Nigeria was a product of which of the following constitutional conferences?
A. Willinks Constitutional Conference
B. Macpherson Constitutional Conference
C. Lugard Constitutional Conference
D. Richardson Constitutional Conference
Question 8
The concept of power in political systems can be understood through the lens of Max Weber's definition. Discuss how power can be exercised through coercion, persuasion, and authority.
A. Power can only be exercised through coercion.
B. Power can only be exercised through persuasion.
C. Power can be exercised through coercion, persuasion, and authority.
D. Power can only be exercised through authority.
Question 9
In the context of constitutional development in Nigeria, what is the significance of the 1963 Republican Constitution?
A. It marked the beginning of Nigeria's transition to a federal system of government.
B. It introduced the concept of a presidential system of government.
C. It established the office of the Prime Minister.
D. It provided for a unicameral legislature.
Question 10
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 African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)
B. The African Development Bank (ADB)
C. The New Partnership for Africa's Development (NEPAD)
D. The African Union's Peace and Security Council
Question 11
The concept of political parties in the Nigerian Constitution is aimed at ensuring that citizens have a choice in the governance of their country. Which of the following is a correct example of political parties in the Nigerian Constitution?
A. The registration of a new political party by the Independent National Electoral Commission.
B. The nomination of a candidate by a political party for a federal election.
C. The allocation of a federal project to a particular political party.
D. The creation of a new state from a particular political party.
Question 12
The concept of 'separation of powers' in the Nigerian Constitution is a direct legacy of which of the following systems of government?
A. Federalism
B. Unitary System
C. Confederation
D. Parliamentary System
Question 13
The concept of local government in the Nigerian Constitution is aimed at ensuring that power is decentralized and that local communities have a say in the governance of their areas. Which of the following is a correct example of local government in the Nigerian Constitution?
A. The creation of a new local government area from a particular geo-political zone.
B. The allocation of a federal project to a particular local government area.
C. The appointment of a local government chairman from a particular party.
D. The creation of a new state from a particular local government area.
Question 14
The concept of rule of law in political systems is closely tied to the idea of human rights. Discuss how the rule of law can be used to protect human rights.
A. The rule of law can only be used to protect human rights through the courts.
B. The rule of law can be used to protect human rights through the executive and legislative branches of government.
C. The rule of law can be used to protect human rights through the media and civil society organizations.
D. The rule of law cannot be used to protect human rights.
Question 15
The concept of 'checks and balances' in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing the concentration of power in the hands of one individual or institution. Which of the following is a correct example of this principle in action?
A. The President has the power to appoint the head of the Independent National Electoral Commission, while the National Assembly has the power to approve the President's appointments.
B. The National Assembly has the power to impeach the President, while the President has the power to veto laws passed by the Assembly.
C. The President has the power to dissolve the National Assembly, while the National Assembly has the power to remove the President from office.
D. The President has the power to appoint the Chief Justice of Nigeria, who then appoints judges to the Supreme Court.

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