POST UTME ELIZADE UNIVERSITY 2017 Government | Objective

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Question 1
Consider a scenario where the UN Security Council imposes economic sanctions on a country for violating international law. Analyze the implications of this action on the country's foreign policy and its relations with other nations.
A. The country's foreign policy will be severely constrained, leading to a decline in its global influence.
B. The country will retaliate against the UN by imposing its own sanctions on other nations.
C. The economic sanctions will have a negligible impact on the country's foreign policy and relations with other nations.
D. The UN's action will lead to a strengthening of the country's foreign policy and its relations with other nations.
Question 2
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
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
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
B. decentralized government
C. feudal system
D. tribal system
Question 4
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
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
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
C. totalitarianism
D. monarchy
Question 6
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.
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.
Question 7
The 1963 Republican Constitution of Nigeria established a parliamentary system of government. What was the primary responsibility of the Prime Minister in this system?
A. To serve as the head of state
B. To act as the head of government
C. To oversee the legislative process
D. To serve as the commander-in-chief of the armed forces
Question 8
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.
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.
Question 9
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
C. Germany
D. United Kingdom
Question 10
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.
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.
Question 11
A country's constitution provides for a presidential system of government. However, the president has been accused of abusing his powers and undermining the rule of law. Analyze the implications of this situation on the country's democracy and the rule of law.
A. The country's democracy is under threat, and the rule of law is being eroded.
B. The presidential system is functioning effectively, and the country's democracy is strong.
C. The president's actions are justified due to the country's security concerns.
D. The country's constitution provides adequate checks and balances to prevent the abuse of power.
Question 12
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?
A. foreign policy
B. education
C. health
D. environmental protection
Question 13
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.
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.
Question 14
The concept of 'Separation of Powers' in the Nigerian Constitution is a direct adaptation from which of the following countries?
A. United States of America
B. United Kingdom
C. France
D. Germany
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.
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.

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