Practice Post UTME ELIZADE UNIVERSITY government 2017 Past Questions

Question 1

The concept of 'sovereignty' in international relations is closely related to the idea of

A. interdependence

B. non-intervention

Correct C. self-determination

D. non-alignment

Correct Answer: C

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Question 2

The United Nations Security Council has 15 members, including 5 permanent members with veto power. Which of the following is NOT one of the permanent members?

A. China

B. France

Correct C. Germany

D. United Kingdom

Correct Answer: C

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Question 3

The concept of 'pre-colonial administration' refers to the systems of governance that existed in Africa before the arrival of European colonizers. Which of the following was a characteristic of pre-colonial administration in West Africa?

A. centralized government

Correct B. decentralized government

C. feudal system

D. tribal system

Correct Answer: B

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Question 4

The 1963 Constitution of Nigeria established a federal system of government with three tiers of government: federal, state, and local government. Which of the following is a power reserved for the federal government?

Correct A. foreign policy

B. education

C. health

D. environmental protection

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5

The concept of 'forms of government' refers to the different ways in which power is organized and exercised in a society. Which of the following is an example of a totalitarian form of government?

A. democracy

B. authoritarianism

Correct C. totalitarianism

D. monarchy

Correct Answer: C

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Question 6

The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria provides for a unicameral legislature, but the National Assembly has the power to create committees to assist it in its legislative functions. Which of the following is a characteristic of a unicameral legislature?

A. It has two chambers

Correct B. It has one chamber

C. It has no legislative powers

D. It is responsible for the executive

Correct Answer: B

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Question 7

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) was established in 1975 to promote economic integration among its member states. Which of the following is a goal of ECOWAS?

A. To promote political integration among its member states

Correct B. To promote economic integration among its member states

C. To promote cultural integration among its member states

D. To promote social integration among its member states

Correct Answer: B

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Question 8

The Local Government system in Nigeria is based on the 1976 Local Government Reform. Which of the following is a characteristic of the 1976 Local Government Reform?

Correct A. It established a three-tier system of government

B. It established a two-tier system of government

C. It abolished the local government system

D. It established a one-tier system of government

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9

The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria provides for the creation of a National Human Rights Commission. Which of the following is a function of the National Human Rights Commission?

Correct A. To investigate human rights abuses

B. To promote human rights awareness

C. To provide legal aid to victims of human rights abuses

D. To monitor the implementation of human rights treaties

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10

The United Nations (UN) is an international organization that was established in 1945. Which of the following is a goal of the UN?

A. To promote economic development among its member states

Correct B. To promote peace and security among its member states

C. To promote social development among its member states

D. To promote cultural development among its member states

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11

The concept of legitimacy in international relations is closely tied to the idea of sovereignty. Discuss the relationship between legitimacy and sovereignty in the context of international organizations.

A. Legitimacy is a prerequisite for sovereignty in international organizations.

Correct B. Sovereignty is a necessary condition for legitimacy in international organizations.

C. Legitimacy and sovereignty are mutually exclusive concepts in international organizations.

D. Legitimacy is a consequence of sovereignty in international organizations.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 12

The African Union's (AU) Constitutive Act emphasizes the principles of sovereignty, territorial integrity, and unity. Analyze the implications of these principles on the AU's role in promoting regional integration.

A. The AU's emphasis on sovereignty hinders regional integration efforts.

B. The AU's commitment to territorial integrity prioritizes national interests over regional cooperation.

Correct C. The AU's unity principle promotes a sense of shared identity among member states, facilitating regional integration.

D. The AU's sovereignty principle allows member states to maintain control over their domestic affairs, undermining regional integration efforts.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 13

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has implemented various policies to promote regional integration. Discuss the effectiveness of ECOWAS's policies in achieving its regional integration goals.

A. ECOWAS's policies have been highly effective in promoting regional integration.

Correct B. ECOWAS's policies have had limited success in achieving regional integration goals.

C. ECOWAS's policies have been ineffective in promoting regional integration due to member states' lack of commitment.

D. ECOWAS's policies have been hindered by external factors, such as global economic trends.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 14

The United Nations (UN) Charter emphasizes the principles of sovereignty, non-interference, and self-determination. Analyze the implications of these principles on the UN's role in promoting global governance.

A. The UN's emphasis on sovereignty hinders global governance efforts.

B. The UN's commitment to non-interference prioritizes national sovereignty over global cooperation.

Correct C. The UN's unity principle promotes a sense of shared identity among member states, facilitating global governance.

D. The UN's sovereignty principle allows member states to maintain control over their domestic affairs, undermining global governance efforts.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 15

The concept of power in international relations is closely tied to the idea of authority. Discuss the relationship between power and authority in the context of international organizations.

A. Power is a prerequisite for authority in international organizations.

Correct B. Authority is a necessary condition for power in international organizations.

C. Power and authority are mutually exclusive concepts in international organizations.

D. Power is a consequence of authority in international organizations.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 16

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) was established in 1975 with the aim of promoting economic integration among its member states. Which of the following is a key objective of ECOWAS?

A. To promote political unity among its member states

B. To establish a common currency among its member states

Correct C. To promote economic integration among its member states

D. To establish a common defense policy among its member states

Correct Answer: C

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Question 17

The concept of 'checks and balances' is a key feature of the Nigerian Constitution. Which of the following is an example of a check on the power of the President?

A. The National Assembly's power to approve the President's appointments

B. The power of the President to dissolve the National Assembly

Correct C. The power of the National Assembly to impeach the President

D. The power of the President to veto legislation passed by the National Assembly

Correct Answer: C

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Question 18

The pre-colonial administration of Nigeria was characterized by the existence of various kingdoms and empires. Which of the following was a major feature of the pre-colonial administration of the Hausa Kingdom?

A. The existence of a strong centralized government

B. The existence of a decentralized system of government

C. The existence of a system of government based on Islamic law

Correct D. The existence of a system of government based on traditional customs and practices

Correct Answer: D

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Question 19

The concept of 'separation of powers' is a key feature of the Nigerian Constitution. Which of the following is an example of a power that is shared between the Executive and Legislative branches of government?

A. The power to declare war

B. The power to approve the President's appointments

Correct C. The power to approve legislation passed by the National Assembly

D. The power to conduct foreign policy

Correct Answer: C

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Question 20

The concept of 'checks and balances' is a key feature of the Nigerian Constitution. Which of the following is an example of a check on the power of the National Assembly?

A. The power of the President to dissolve the National Assembly

Correct B. The power of the National Assembly to impeach the President

C. The power of the President to veto legislation passed by the National Assembly

D. The power of the National Assembly to approve the President's appointments

Correct Answer: B

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Question 21

The concept of 'Separation of Powers' in the Nigerian Constitution is a direct adaptation from which of the following countries?

Correct A. United States of America

B. United Kingdom

C. France

D. Germany

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22

The 'Electoral Act' in Nigeria is primarily responsible for the regulation of which of the following?

Correct A. Elections

B. Voting

C. Polling

D. Balloting

Correct Answer: A

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Question 23

The 'Rule of Law' in Nigeria is a fundamental principle that ensures the protection of which of the following?

Correct A. Human Rights

B. Individual Freedoms

C. Property Rights

D. Social Justice

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24

The 'Constitutional Development' in Nigeria has been influenced by which of the following historical events?

A. The Berlin Conference

B. The Scramble for Africa

C. The Nigerian Civil War

Correct D. The British Colonial Rule

Correct Answer: D

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Question 25

The 'Foreign Policy' of Nigeria is guided by which of the following principles?

Correct A. Non-Alignment

B. Multilateralism

C. Regionalism

D. Nationalism

Correct Answer: A

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