Practice Post UTME DELSU government 2019 Past Questions

Question 1

In the context of public administration, what is the term for the process of allocating resources to achieve specific goals or objectives?

A. Budgeting

B. Accounting

C. Program Evaluation

D. Policy Analysis

Question 2

The concept of Forms of Government is a fundamental principle of political science. Which of the following is an example of a democratic form of government?

A. A monarchy.

B. A dictatorship.

C. A democratic republic.

D. A theocracy.

Question 3

The concept of constitutionalism in Nigeria is rooted in the country's colonial past. Which of the following best describes the relationship between the British colonial authorities and the Nigerian people?

A. The British colonial authorities imposed their will on the Nigerian people, disregarding their customs and traditions.

B. The Nigerian people were granted autonomy by the British colonial authorities, allowing them to govern themselves.

C. The British colonial authorities worked with the Nigerian people to establish a system of governance that balanced their interests.

D. The Nigerian people were forced to adopt British customs and traditions, suppressing their own cultural identity.

Question 4

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is a regional economic community that promotes economic integration and cooperation among its member states. Which of the following is a key objective of ECOWAS?

A. To promote economic development and reduce poverty among its member states.

B. To establish a common currency and monetary policy among its member states.

C. To promote regional security and stability through the deployment of peacekeeping forces.

D. To promote cultural exchange and cooperation among its member states.

Question 5

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

A. Federalism promotes decentralization by giving power to the states and local governments.

B. Federalism does not promote decentralization as it creates a centralized system of government.

C. Federalism is a system of government where the central government has absolute power.

D. Federalism is a system of government where the states and local governments have absolute power.

Question 6

The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria provides for a presidential system of government. Discuss the implications of this system on the distribution of power between the executive and legislative branches.

A. The presidential system provides for a strong executive branch, with significant powers to appoint and remove officials.

B. The presidential system provides for a weak executive branch, with limited powers to appoint and remove officials.

C. The presidential system provides for a balance of power between the executive and legislative branches.

D. The presidential system provides for a system of checks and balances between the executive and legislative branches.

Question 7

In the context of public administration, what is the term for the process of evaluating the effectiveness of a program or policy?

A. Program Evaluation

B. Policy Analysis

C. Budgeting

D. Accounting

Question 8

The United Nations (UN) is an international organization that was established in the aftermath of World War II. Which of the following is a primary purpose of the UN?

A. To promote economic development and cooperation among its member states.

B. To maintain international peace and security, and to promote sustainable development.

C. To provide humanitarian aid and assistance to countries in need.

D. To promote cultural exchange and understanding among its member states.

Question 9

The United Nations (UN) has been instrumental in promoting international cooperation and development. Which of the following is a key objective of the UN's development agenda?

A. To eradicate poverty and hunger worldwide

B. To promote economic growth and development in developing countries

C. To improve access to education and healthcare worldwide

D. To promote peace and security worldwide

Question 10

In a presidential system of government, what is the primary function of the legislative branch?

A. To make laws

B. To appoint the president

C. To serve as the head of state

D. To oversee the judiciary

Question 11

The concept of human rights is closely related to the idea of democracy. Discuss the relationship between human rights and democracy, using examples from the Nigerian Constitution.

A. Human rights are essential for the promotion of democracy as they protect individual freedoms.

B. Human rights are not essential for the promotion of democracy as they are not mentioned in the Nigerian Constitution.

C. Human rights are a threat to democracy as they create conflicts between individuals and the state.

D. Human rights are irrelevant to democracy as they are only mentioned in international law.

Question 12

The concept of legitimacy in political systems is closely related to the idea of authority. Discuss the relationship between legitimacy and authority, and provide examples to illustrate your points.

A. Legitimacy is a necessary condition for authority, but it is not a sufficient condition.

B. Authority is a necessary condition for legitimacy, but it is not a sufficient condition.

C. Legitimacy and authority are interchangeable concepts.

D. Legitimacy is a concept that is separate from authority.

Question 13

The concept of legitimacy in political systems is closely related to the idea of power. Discuss the relationship between power, authority, and legitimacy in the context of Nigeria's constitutional development.

A. Legitimacy is a product of power, and authority is the means by which power is exercised.

B. Authority is a prerequisite for legitimacy, but power is not necessarily a product of authority.

C. Legitimacy is a separate concept from power and authority, and is determined by the will of the people.

D. Power is a means of achieving authority, but legitimacy is not necessarily a product of power.

Question 14

The concept of 'pre-colonial administration' refers to the system of governance that existed in Africa before the arrival of European colonizers. Which of the following best describes the characteristics of pre-colonial administration in Africa?

A. Centralized and bureaucratic

B. Decentralized and tribal

C. Autocratic and despotic

D. Democratic and participatory

Question 15

The concept of Checks and Balances is a fundamental principle of democratic governance. Which of the following is an example of a check on the power of the Executive branch?

A. The power of the Legislative branch to declare laws unconstitutional.

B. The power of the Judicial branch to declare the Executive branch's actions unconstitutional.

C. The power of the Executive branch to appoint judges to the Judicial branch.

D. The power of the Legislative branch to override the Executive branch's vetoes.

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