POST UTME CRAWFORD UNIVERSITY 2025 Government | Objective

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Question 1
What is the main principle of the rule of law?
A. The government has absolute power
B. The government is accountable to the people
C. The government is above the law
D. The government is responsible for enforcing the law
Question 2
In a federal system of government, power is divided between the central government and the constituent units. Which of the following is a characteristic of federalism?
A. Concentration of power in the central government
B. Separation of powers
C. Independent judiciary
D. Decentralization of power
Question 3
The concept of 'constitutions' in a democratic system refers to the supreme law of the land that outlines the powers and limitations of government. Which of the following is a characteristic of a constitution?
A. Concentration of power in the central government
B. Separation of powers
C. Independent judiciary
D. Flexibility and adaptability
Question 4
In the context of international relations, what is the primary function of the United Nations Security Council?
A. To promote economic development among member states
B. To maintain international peace and security
C. To provide humanitarian aid to affected countries
D. To facilitate global communication among nations
Question 5
The concept of 'pre-colonial administration' in a democratic system refers to the systems of government that existed before the arrival of European colonizers. Which of the following is a characteristic of pre-colonial administration?
A. Concentration of power in the central government
B. Separation of powers
C. Independent judiciary
D. Traditional and customary systems
Question 6
A government has the power to make laws, but it is also subject to the rule of law. What is the relationship between these two concepts?
A. The power to make laws is a characteristic of the rule of law
B. The rule of law is a limitation on the power to make laws
C. The power to make laws and the rule of law are mutually exclusive
D. The power to make laws is a consequence of the rule of law
Question 7
The concept of 'separation of powers' in a democratic system is primarily aimed at preventing the concentration of power in a single branch of government. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of this concept?
A. Checks and balances
B. Separation of powers
C. Concentration of power
D. Independent judiciary
Question 8
The concept of local government refers to the administration of a specific geographic area. Which of the following is a key function of local government?
A. Providing public services such as water and sanitation.
B. Collecting taxes and fees.
C. Regulating land use and development.
D. Representing the interests of local residents.
Question 9
The United Nations (UN) is an international organization that was established in 1945. What is the primary purpose of the UN?
A. To promote peace and security among its member states.
B. To provide humanitarian aid to countries in need.
C. To promote economic development and cooperation among its member states.
D. To protect the environment and promote sustainable development.
Question 10
The concept of power refers to the ability of an individual or group to influence the behavior of others. What is the primary source of power?
A. Legitimate authority.
B. Coercive power.
C. Reward power.
D. Expert power.
Question 11
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is a regional economic community that was established in 1975. What is the primary goal of ECOWAS?
A. To promote economic integration and cooperation among its member states.
B. To provide humanitarian aid to countries in need.
C. To promote peace and security among its member states.
D. To protect the environment and promote sustainable development.
Question 12
The concept of power in public administration is closely related to the idea of authority. Discuss the relationship between power and authority in the context of public administration.
A. Power is a necessary condition for authority, but not a sufficient one.
B. Authority is a necessary condition for power, but not a sufficient one.
C. Power and authority are interchangeable concepts in public administration.
D. Power is a separate concept from authority in public administration.
Question 13
The concept 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 and can make laws, enforce laws, and interpret laws.
Question 14
The concept of legitimacy in government refers to the idea that a government derives its authority from the consent of the governed. Which of the following best describes the relationship between legitimacy and authority?
A. Legitimacy is a necessary condition for authority, but not sufficient.
B. Authority is a necessary condition for legitimacy, but not sufficient.
C. Legitimacy and authority are interchangeable terms.
D. Legitimacy is a synonym for authority.
Question 15
In the context of human rights, what is the significance of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights?
A. It established the concept of human rights
B. It provided a framework for international human rights law
C. It protected the rights of individuals from government interference
D. It promoted the idea of cultural relativism

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