Practice Post UTME DELSU government 2017 Past Questions

Question 1

The pre-colonial administration in Nigeria was characterized by

A. a centralized system of government

B. a decentralized system of government

C. a system of feudalism

D. a system of tribalism

Question 2

The concept of power in the context of political science refers to the ability of an individual or group to

A. influence the behavior of others

B. make decisions and take actions

C. exercise control and authority

D. all of the above

Question 3

The rule of law is a fundamental principle of democratic governance, which ensures that

A. all citizens are equal before the law

B. the government is accountable to the people

C. the judiciary is independent and impartial

D. all of the above

Question 4

The concept of authority in the context of political science refers to the legitimate power to

A. make decisions and take actions

B. exercise control and authority

C. influence the behavior of others

D. all of the above

Question 5

The concept of legitimacy in public administration refers to the acceptance of authority by the people. Which of the following is a major factor that contributes to the legitimacy of a government?

A. The existence of a strong and well-organized bureaucracy.

B. The presence of a system of taxation and revenue collection.

C. The existence of a system of justice and law enforcement.

D. The ability of the government to provide for the welfare of its citizens.

Question 6

The African Union (AU) is an international organization that was established to promote African unity and cooperation, with a focus on

A. promoting democracy and human rights

B. preventing conflict and promoting peace and security

C. coordinating economic policies and development strategies

D. all of the above

Question 7

The Nigerian Constitution provides for a federal system of government, with powers divided between the federal, state, and local governments. Discuss the implications of this system for the country's economic development, with particular reference to the role of the federal government in promoting economic growth.

A. The federal system of government has led to a lack of coordination and cooperation between the different levels of government, hindering economic development and growth.

B. The Constitution's provisions on federalism have created a system of checks and balances, ensuring that power is not concentrated in the hands of the federal government and promoting economic growth.

C. The federal government's role in promoting economic growth has been limited by the Constitution's provisions on federalism, leading to a lack of investment in key sectors such as infrastructure and education.

D. The federal system of government has created a culture of competition between the different levels of government, leading to a lack of cooperation and coordination and hindering economic development.

Question 8

The concept of the rule of law is closely related to the idea of constitutionalism. Discuss the relationship between the rule of law and constitutionalism, using examples from the Nigerian Constitution.

A. The rule of law is a principle that guides the behavior of citizens, while constitutionalism is a system of government that protects individual rights.

B. The rule of law is a means of achieving constitutionalism, but it is not a principle that guides the behavior of citizens.

C. Constitutionalism is a system of government that protects individual rights, while the rule of law is a principle that guides the behavior of citizens.

D. The rule of law and constitutionalism are two separate concepts that have no relationship with each other.

Question 9

The concept of legitimacy in the context of political authority is closely tied to the idea of

A. popular consent

B. social contract

C. divine right

D. historical precedent

Question 10

A country has a mixed electoral system, where 50% of the seats are allocated by proportional representation and 50% by first-past-the-post. If a party wins 30% of the proportional representation seats, but only 20% of the first-past-the-post seats, what is its total share of the seats?

A. 25

B. 30

C. 35

D. 40

Question 11

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is a regional economic community that was established to promote economic integration and cooperation among its member states, with a focus on

A. promoting free trade and investment

B. establishing a common currency and monetary policy

C. coordinating economic policies and development strategies

D. all of the above

Question 12

The Nigerian Constitution provides for the protection of human rights, including the right to

A. life, liberty, and security of the person

B. freedom of expression and association

C. equality before the law and non-discrimination

D. all of the above

Question 13

The concept of the rule of law is closely related to the idea of human rights. Discuss the relationship between these two concepts, using examples to illustrate your points.

A. The rule of law is a means of protecting human rights.

B. Human rights are a means of enforcing the rule of law.

C. The rule of law and human rights are unrelated concepts.

D. The rule of law is a threat to human rights.

Question 14

A country has a unicameral legislature with 100 members. If 3/4 of the members are elected by proportional representation and 1/4 by first-past-the-post, what is the minimum number of seats required to win a majority?

A. 25

B. 30

C. 35

D. 40

Question 15

A government has a policy of 'positive non-interventionism' in international relations. What does this mean?

A. The government will not intervene in the affairs of other countries

B. The government will intervene in the affairs of other countries to promote its own interests

C. The government will intervene in the affairs of other countries to promote global stability

D. The government will not intervene in the affairs of other countries, but will provide humanitarian aid when necessary

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