POST UTME DELSU 2022 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has been instrumental in promoting economic integration in West Africa. Discuss the role of ECOWAS in promoting economic integration, using examples from recent initiatives.
A. ECOWAS has been successful in promoting economic integration through the establishment of a common market.
B. ECOWAS has been successful in promoting economic integration through the establishment of a customs union.
C. ECOWAS has not been successful in promoting economic integration, and its efforts have been hindered by member state resistance.
D. ECOWAS has not been successful in promoting economic integration, and its efforts have been hindered by external factors.
Question 2
The concept of legitimacy in public administration is closely related to the idea of
A. Authority
B. Power
C. Legitimacy
D. Accountability
Question 3
The concept of 'checks and balances' in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing the concentration of power in the hands of one person or institution. Which of the following is NOT a mechanism for achieving this goal?
A. Separation of powers
B. Independent judiciary
C. Federal character principle
D. Merit-based appointment of public officials
Question 4
The United Nations has a total of 193 member states. Which of the following is NOT one of the main organs of the UN?
A. General Assembly
B. Security Council
C. International Court of Justice
D. Economic and Social Council
Question 5
A local government is a level of government that is responsible for providing services and addressing the needs of a specific geographic area. Explain the importance of local government in a democratic system.
A. Local government provides a means for citizens to participate in decision-making and hold elected officials accountable
B. Local government is responsible for providing essential services such as law enforcement, public health, and education
C. Local government is a means of decentralizing power and reducing the burden on central government
D. Local government is a way to promote economic development and job creation
Question 6
The concept of separation of powers is a fundamental principle of democratic government. Discuss the importance of separation of powers and explain how it is implemented in different countries.
A. Separation of powers ensures that power is distributed among different branches of government, preventing any one branch from becoming too powerful.
B. Separation of powers is not necessary in democratic governments.
C. Separation of powers is only necessary in authoritarian governments.
D. Separation of powers is a principle of monarchies, not democracies.
Question 7
The 1979 Constitution of Nigeria established a federal system of government. Which of the following was a key feature of this system?
A. A strong central government with significant powers
B. A system of government based on the principle of federal character
C. A system of government with a directly elected president
D. A system of government with a powerful upper house
Question 8
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is a regional economic community that aims to promote economic integration and cooperation among its member states. Which of the following is NOT one of the main goals of ECOWAS?
A. Promote economic integration
B. Foster regional cooperation
C. Encourage free movement of people
D. Establish a common currency
Question 9
The 1963 Republican Constitution of Nigeria established a parliamentary system of government. Which of the following was a key feature of this system?
A. A strong president with significant executive powers
B. A bicameral legislature with a powerful upper house
C. A parliamentary system with a prime minister as head of government
D. A presidential system with a directly elected president
Question 10
The concept of authority is closely related to the idea of legitimacy. Discuss the relationship between authority and legitimacy, and explain how they are distinguished in the context of government.
A. Authority is the moral right to govern, while legitimacy is the power to govern.
B. Legitimacy is the moral right to govern, while authority is the power to govern.
C. Authority and legitimacy are interchangeable terms in the context of government.
D. Legitimacy is the power to govern, while authority is the moral right to govern.
Question 11
The concept of power is a central theme in political science. Discuss the different types of power and explain how they are exercised in different contexts.
A. Power can be exercised through coercion, persuasion, or manipulation.
B. Power can only be exercised through coercion.
C. Power can only be exercised through persuasion.
D. Power can only be exercised through manipulation.
Question 12
A parliamentary system of government is one in which the head of state is also the head of government. Explain the advantages and disadvantages of this system.
A. Advantages: stability, accountability, efficiency; Disadvantages: concentration of power, lack of separation of powers
B. Advantages: flexibility, adaptability, responsiveness; Disadvantages: instability, lack of accountability, inefficiency
C. Advantages: representation, participation, inclusivity; Disadvantages: complexity, bureaucracy, inefficiency
D. Advantages: simplicity, clarity, transparency; Disadvantages: rigidity, inflexibility, lack of adaptability
Question 13
In the context of pre-colonial administration in West Africa, what was the primary function of the 'Asantehene' in the Ashanti Empire?
A. To serve as a military commander
B. To act as a mediator in disputes
C. To oversee the collection of taxes
D. To serve as a spiritual leader
Question 14
The concept of checks and balances in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing the concentration of power in the hands of any one branch of government. Which of the following is a correct example of checks and balances in the Nigerian Constitution?
A. The power of the President to appoint the Chief Justice of Nigeria is checked by the Senate.
B. The power of the National Assembly to make laws is checked by the President.
C. The power of the President to dissolve the House of Representatives is checked by the Senate.
D. The power of the Supreme Court to interpret the Constitution is checked by the National Assembly.
Question 15
The Nigerian electoral system is based on a first-past-the-post system, where the candidate with the most votes wins a seat. Analyze the implications of this system on the country's democratic development.
A. The first-past-the-post system has led to a system of winner-takes-all, where the winner of the election gets all the seats.
B. The first-past-the-post system has led to a system of proportional representation, where seats are allocated based on the number of votes received.
C. The first-past-the-post system has had no impact on Nigeria's democratic development, with the country's current institutions being a product of its own internal dynamics.
D. The first-past-the-post system has led to a system of coalition government, where parties form alliances to win seats.

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