POST UTME DELSU 2020 Government | Objective

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Question 1
A pressure group is an organization that seeks to influence public policy on behalf of a particular interest or constituency. What is the primary characteristic of a pressure group?
A. Its membership is limited to a specific geographic area
B. Its goals are focused on economic development
C. Its methods are primarily non-violent and non-coercive
D. Its influence is limited to a single policy area
Question 2
In a presidential system of government, the president serves as both the head of state and the head of government. What is the primary advantage of this system?
A. Increased efficiency in decision-making
B. Enhanced accountability to the legislature
C. Improved representation of diverse interests
D. Reduced risk of executive abuse of power
Question 3
The concept of power in political systems is often associated with the ability to exert influence over others. Discuss how power is exercised in different types of political systems and suggest ways to measure power.
A. Power is exercised through coercion in authoritarian systems and persuasion in democratic systems.
B. Power is exercised through persuasion in authoritarian systems and coercion in democratic systems.
C. Power is exercised through a combination of coercion and persuasion in all types of political systems.
D. Power is not exercised in any type of political system.
Question 4
A country has a system of government where the head of state and the head of government are elected by the people, but the head of government has more powers than the head of state. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this system, and explain how it differs from a presidential system.
A. The system is more stable and less prone to conflict than a presidential system.
B. The system is more accountable to the people than a presidential system.
C. The system is more efficient and effective than a presidential system.
D. The system is more representative of the people's interests than a presidential system.
Question 5
The Nigerian government has been criticized for its handling of the economy. Analyze the strengths and weaknesses of Nigeria's economic policies under the current administration.
A. The current administration has strengthened Nigeria's economic ties with Western countries
B. The current administration has improved Nigeria's economic growth rate
C. The current administration has failed to address the issue of corruption in the economy
D. The current administration has not made significant changes to Nigeria's economic policies
Question 6
The concept of rule of law is closely related to the idea of constitutionalism. Which of the following is a key feature of the rule of law?
A. The supremacy of the constitution
B. The protection of individual rights and freedoms
C. The independence of the judiciary
D. The separation of powers among the branches
Question 7
In a presidential system of government, the president serves as both the head of state and the head of government. What are the advantages of this system?
A. Increased efficiency and effectiveness
B. Improved accountability and transparency
C. Enhanced stability and continuity
D. All of the above
Question 8
The concept of constitutionalism is closely related to the idea of the rule of law. Discuss the implications of this relationship on the structure and function of government in a democratic society.
A. The rule of law ensures that the government is accountable to the people and protects individual rights.
B. The rule of law limits the power of the government and promotes the separation of powers.
C. The rule of law is irrelevant to the structure and function of government in a democratic society.
D. The rule of law is a means of enforcing the will of the majority on the minority.
Question 9
The concept of legitimacy in political systems is closely tied to the idea of authority. Discuss how the legitimacy of a government is 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 10
The concept of power in political systems is often associated with the ability to influence or control the actions of others. Discuss the different types of power and their relationships to authority and legitimacy.
A. Power is a necessary condition for authority, but not sufficient
B. Authority is a necessary condition for power, but not sufficient
C. Power and authority are interchangeable terms
D. Power is a product of authority, but not the other way around
Question 11
The public administration of a country is responsible for implementing the policies of the government. Discuss the role of bureaucracy in implementing policies.
A. Bureaucracy plays a crucial role in implementing policies by providing a stable and efficient administrative framework.
B. Bureaucracy has a limited impact on policy implementation, as it is often secondary to other factors.
C. Bureaucracy is irrelevant to policy implementation, as it is determined by other factors.
D. Bureaucracy is a means of enforcing the will of the majority on the minority in policy implementation.
Question 12
A local government council in Nigeria has the power to collect taxes and rates from its residents. What is the primary source of this power?
A. The Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria
B. The Local Government Law of 1976
C. The Nigerian Taxation Act of 1990
D. The Local Government Councils (Powers and Functions) Act of 1999
Question 13
In the context of pre-colonial administration in Nigeria, what was the primary function of the Ogboni society?
A. To provide a system of justice and law enforcement
B. To serve as a council of elders and advisors to the king
C. To oversee the collection of taxes and tributes
D. To manage the kingdom's agricultural and economic activities
Question 14
The Nigerian Constitution is a supreme law that provides a framework for governance. Which of the following is a key provision of the Constitution?
A. The right to freedom of speech and expression
B. The right to equality before the law
C. The right to life and dignity
D. The right to bear arms
Question 15
The United Nations has been criticized for its inability to prevent humanitarian crises in various parts of the world. Discuss the role of the UN in preventing humanitarian crises and suggest ways to improve its effectiveness.
A. The UN should focus on providing humanitarian aid rather than preventing crises.
B. The UN should have more authority to intervene in humanitarian crises.
C. The UN should work more closely with regional organizations to prevent humanitarian crises.
D. The UN should prioritize economic development over humanitarian aid.

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