POST UTME COVENANT UNIVERSITY 2019 Government | Objective

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Question 1
In a parliamentary system of government, the head of government is accountable to the legislative branch. What is the primary advantage of this system?
A. Increased accountability
B. Reduced bureaucracy
C. Greater representation for constituent units
D. Increased efficiency
Question 2
The concept of checks and balances in a system of government is designed to prevent the concentration of power in any one branch. Which of the following is an example of a check on the legislative branch?
A. The power to declare war
B. The power to appoint federal judges
C. The power to approve or reject presidential appointments
D. The power to impose taxes
Question 3
In a federal system of government, power is divided between the central government and the constituent units. What is the primary advantage of this system?
A. Increased efficiency
B. Reduced bureaucracy
C. Greater representation for constituent units
D. Increased accountability
Question 4
Analyze the concept of legitimacy in the context of pre-colonial administration in Nigeria. How did the traditional rulers maintain their power and authority?
A. Through the use of force and coercion
B. By establishing a system of checks and balances
C. By maintaining a strong connection with the spiritual realm
D. By ensuring the welfare of their subjects
Question 5
A political party's ability to influence government policy is an example of which of the following concepts?
A. Power
B. Authority
C. Legitimacy
D. Influence
Question 6
A government's ability to make decisions and enforce them is an example of which of the following concepts?
A. Power
B. Authority
C. Legitimacy
D. Sovereignty
Question 7
The pre-colonial administration in Nigeria was characterized by a decentralized system of government. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this system of government.
A. The decentralized system of government in pre-colonial Nigeria had several advantages, including the promotion of local autonomy and the prevention of centralized power.
B. The decentralized system of government in pre-colonial Nigeria had several disadvantages, including the lack of a unified system of government and the promotion of tribalism.
C. The decentralized system of government in pre-colonial Nigeria was a necessary condition for the development of a modern system of government.
D. The decentralized system of government in pre-colonial Nigeria was a sufficient condition for the development of a modern system of government.
Question 8
The concept of checks and balances in a system of government refers to the division of power among separate branches or institutions, such that no one branch or institution has complete control over the others. Which of the following best describes the purpose of checks and balances?
A. To prevent the concentration of power in one branch or institution.
B. To promote the efficiency of government by allowing one branch or institution to dominate the others.
C. To ensure that the government is accountable to the people.
D. To provide a means for the government to impose its will on the people.
Question 9
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) was adopted by which of the following international organizations in 1948?
A. United Nations
B. African Union
C. European Union
D. League of Nations
Question 10
The concept of 'plural society' was first introduced by which of the following sociologists?
A. Max Weber
B. Emile Durkheim
C. Karl Marx
D. M.G. Smith
Question 11
Explain the concept of constitutional development in Nigeria. How has the country's constitution evolved over time?
A. Through a series of military coups
B. By adopting a federal system of government
C. By incorporating elements of Islamic law
D. By establishing a parliamentary system
Question 12
The concept of 'civil society' was first introduced by which of the following philosophers?
A. Aristotle
B. Thomas Hobbes
C. Jean-Jacques Rousseau
D. Immanuel Kant
Question 13
The concept of legitimacy in government is closely related to the idea of authority. Discuss how the legitimacy of a government can be affected by the level of authority it exercises over its citizens.
A. Legitimacy is directly proportional to the level of authority exercised.
B. Legitimacy is inversely proportional to the level of authority exercised.
C. Legitimacy is not affected by the level of authority exercised.
D. Legitimacy is only affected by the level of authority exercised in extreme cases.
Question 14
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has a unique structure that allows for the integration of its member states. Which of the following is a key feature of this structure?
A. ECOWAS has a rotating presidency
B. ECOWAS has a permanent secretary-general
C. ECOWAS has a unicameral legislature
D. ECOWAS has a bicameral legislature
Question 15
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has been instrumental in promoting economic integration in West Africa. Discuss the role of ECOWAS in promoting economic integration in the region.
A. ECOWAS has been successful in promoting economic integration in West Africa through its free trade area.
B. ECOWAS has been successful in promoting economic integration in West Africa through its monetary union.
C. ECOWAS has been unsuccessful in promoting economic integration in West Africa.
D. ECOWAS has not played a significant role in promoting economic integration in West Africa.

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