POST UTME CRAWFORD UNIVERSITY 2020 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of separation of powers is a fundamental principle of democratic governance. Explain how the separation of powers works in a presidential system.
A. The separation of powers works by dividing power between the executive, legislative, and judicial branches.
B. The separation of powers works by giving the president absolute power over the legislative and judicial branches.
C. The separation of powers works by giving the legislative branch absolute power over the executive and judicial branches.
D. The separation of powers works by giving the judicial branch absolute power over the executive and legislative branches.
Question 2
The concept of authority is a fundamental principle of political science. Explain how authority is derived in a democratic society.
A. Authority is derived from the consent of the governed.
B. Authority is derived from the power to enforce decisions.
C. Authority is derived from the support of the majority.
D. Authority is derived from the right to make decisions.
Question 3
The concept of power is a fundamental principle of political science. Explain how power is exercised in a democratic society.
A. Power is exercised through the use of force and coercion.
B. Power is exercised through the use of persuasion and influence.
C. Power is exercised through the use of authority and legitimacy.
D. Power is exercised through the use of wealth and resources.
Question 4
The concept of 'separation of powers' in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing which of the following?
A. Abuse of power by the executive
B. Influence of the judiciary on the legislative
C. Interference of the legislative in the executive's functions
D. Dictatorship by the president
Question 5
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended) recognizes the right to freedom of expression as enshrined in which of the following articles?
A. Article 33
B. Article 35
C. Article 37
D. Article 39
Question 6
The concept of legitimacy is a fundamental principle of political science. Explain how legitimacy is maintained in a democratic society.
A. Legitimacy is maintained through the consent of the governed.
B. Legitimacy is maintained through the power to enforce decisions.
C. Legitimacy is maintained through the support of the majority.
D. Legitimacy is maintained through the right to make decisions.
Question 7
A government has a policy of protectionism, which includes imposing tariffs on imported goods. What is the primary effect of this policy?
A. Increased imports
B. Decreased exports
C. Increased domestic production
D. Decreased domestic consumption
Question 8
The concept of 'separation of powers' in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing which of the following?
A. Abuse of power by the executive
B. Influence of the judiciary on the legislative
C. Interference of the legislative in the executive's functions
D. Dictatorship by the president
Question 9
A country has a population of 10 million people, with an average annual income of ₦200,000. If the government imposes a 10% tax on income, how much revenue will be generated?
A. ₦1.5 billion
B. ₦2 billion
C. ₦2.5 billion
D. ₦3 billion
Question 10
In a federal system of government, power is divided between the central government and the regional governments. Discuss how this division of power affects the ability of the central government to implement policies.
A. The central government has complete control over policy implementation.
B. The regional governments have complete control over policy implementation.
C. The central government and regional governments share control over policy implementation.
D. The division of power affects the ability of the central government to implement policies.
Question 11
A country's foreign policy is often influenced by its relationships with other countries. Discuss how a country's relationships with its allies and adversaries affect its foreign policy.
A. A country's relationships with its allies have a greater impact on its foreign policy than its relationships with its adversaries.
B. A country's relationships with its adversaries have a greater impact on its foreign policy than its relationships with its allies.
C. A country's relationships with both its allies and adversaries have an equal impact on its foreign policy.
D. A country's relationships with neither its allies nor its adversaries have an impact on its foreign policy.
Question 12
The doctrine of separation of powers is a fundamental principle of constitutional government. Which of the following best describes the relationship between the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government?
A. The legislative branch makes laws, the executive branch enforces laws, and the judicial branch interprets laws.
B. The legislative branch makes laws, the executive branch interprets laws, and the judicial branch enforces laws.
C. The legislative branch enforces laws, the executive branch interprets laws, and the judicial branch makes laws.
D. The legislative branch, executive branch, and judicial branch have equal powers.
Question 13
The concept of legitimacy in a political system is closely related to the idea of authority. Explain how legitimacy is derived from authority.
A. Legitimacy is derived from authority when the ruler has the consent of the governed.
B. Legitimacy is derived from authority when the ruler has the power to enforce their decisions.
C. Legitimacy is derived from authority when the ruler has the support of the majority.
D. Legitimacy is derived from authority when the ruler has the right to make decisions.
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 affected by the level of authority exercised by leaders, but only in certain contexts.
Question 15
A country has a presidential system of government with a bicameral legislature. The upper house has 100 members, each serving a 4-year term. If 20 members are elected every 2 years, how many members will be elected in the next election?
A. 40
B. 50
C. 60
D. 80

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