POST UTME ESUT 2018 Government | Objective

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Question 1
In a federal system of government, what is the primary function of the legislative branch?
Correct A. To make laws
B. To appoint judges
C. To declare war
D. To approve the budget

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
A political party's primary goal is to?
A. Win elections
B. Promote social justice
Correct C. Represent the interests of its members
D. Provide public services

Correct Answer: C

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Question 3
The concept of separation of powers is based on the idea that?
A. One branch of government should have absolute power
B. Each branch of government should have equal power
Correct C. Different branches of government should have different powers
D. The executive branch should have the power to make laws

Correct Answer: C

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Question 4
The Nigerian Constitution is based on?
Correct A. The British Constitution
B. The American Constitution
C. The French Constitution
D. The South African Constitution

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
The concept of legitimacy in politics refers to?
A. The right of a government to make laws
B. The power of a government to enforce its decisions
Correct C. The acceptance of a government by its citizens
D. The ability of a government to provide public services

Correct Answer: C

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Question 6
The concept of legitimacy in public administration refers to the acceptance of authority by the governed. Which of the following is a characteristic of legitimate authority?
Correct A. It is based on the consent of the governed.
B. It is based on the power of the ruler.
C. It is based on the tradition of the ruling family.
D. It is based on the ability of the ruler to enforce their will.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7
In a federal system of government, which of the following is a characteristic of the relationship between the central government and the constituent units?
A. The central government has complete control over the constituent units.
B. The constituent units have complete control over their internal affairs.
Correct C. The central government and the constituent units share powers and responsibilities.
D. The constituent units are completely independent of the central government.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 8
The concept of separation of powers in government refers to the division of power among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches. Which of the following is a benefit of this system?
Correct A. It prevents the concentration of power in one branch of government.
B. It allows for the efficient execution of laws.
C. It promotes the independence of the judiciary.
D. It reduces the need for checks and balances.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
The concept of authority in public administration refers to the legitimate power to make decisions and enforce them. Which of the following is a source of authority?
A. Legislative decree.
B. Executive order.
Correct C. Constitutional provision.
D. Public opinion.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 10
The concept of legitimacy in public administration refers to the acceptance of authority by the governed. Which of the following is a characteristic of legitimate authority?
Correct A. It is based on the consent of the governed.
B. It is based on the power of the ruler.
C. It is based on the tradition of the ruling family.
D. It is based on the ability of the ruler to enforce their will.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
The concept of checks and balances in a democratic system is designed to prevent the concentration of power in the hands of one individual or institution. Which of the following is NOT a mechanism of checks and balances?
A. Separation of Powers
B. Independent Judiciary
C. Constitutional Amendment
Correct D. Emergency Powers

Correct Answer: D

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Question 12
The United Nations has a unique structure that allows for the representation of all member states. Which of the following is a feature of the UN's structure?
A. A single executive head
B. A bicameral legislature
Correct C. A rotating presidency
D. A permanent secretary-general

Correct Answer: C

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Question 13
The concept of federalism in Nigeria is based on the principle of shared powers between the federal and state governments. Which of the following is a characteristic of federalism?
A. Concentration of power in the federal government
Correct B. Decentralization of power to the states
C. Separation of powers between the executive and legislative branches
D. A single executive head

Correct Answer: B

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Question 14
The concept of constitutionalism in Nigeria is based on the idea of a supreme law that governs the actions of the government and citizens. Which of the following is a characteristic of constitutionalism?
A. The power to amend the constitution is vested in the executive branch
Correct B. The constitution is the supreme law of the land
C. The power to interpret the constitution is vested in the judiciary
D. The constitution is subject to revision by the legislature

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15
The concept of separation of powers in a democratic system is designed to prevent the concentration of power in the hands of one individual or institution. Which of the following is a branch of government that is responsible for making laws?
A. Executive
Correct B. Legislative
C. Judicial
D. Electoral

Correct Answer: B

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Question 16
In the context of pre-colonial administration in Nigeria, which of the following best describes the role of the Oba in the Yoruba kingdom?
A. Supreme ruler with absolute power
B. Spiritual leader with advisory role
Correct C. Administrative head with executive powers
D. Symbolic figurehead with ceremonial duties

Correct Answer: C

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Question 17
The concept of 'checks and balances' in a democratic system is best exemplified by which of the following?
Correct A. Separation of powers between the executive, legislative, and judicial branches
B. Direct election of the president by the people
C. Independent judiciary with power to impeach the president
D. Constitutional provision for a two-term limit for the president

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
The concept of 'plural society' in the context of Nigerian politics refers to?
Correct A. A society with multiple ethnic groups competing for power
B. A society with a dominant ethnic group and minority groups
C. A society with a single ethnic group and no minority groups
D. A society with no ethnic groups and a homogeneous population

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
The concept of 'clientelism' in Nigerian politics refers to?
Correct A. A system of patronage where politicians provide goods and services to voters
B. A system of patronage where politicians provide jobs to voters
C. A system of patronage where politicians provide education to voters
D. A system of patronage where politicians provide healthcare to voters

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The concept of 'electoral college' in Nigerian politics refers to?
A. A system where the president is elected by the people directly
Correct B. A system where the president is elected by the electoral college
C. A system where the president is elected by the legislature
D. A system where the president is elected by the judiciary

Correct Answer: B

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Question 21
The concept of separation of powers in a democratic government is rooted in the idea of checks and balances. Which of the following is a primary check on the power of the executive?
A. The legislative branch
Correct B. The judicial branch
C. The media
D. The civil society

Correct Answer: B

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Question 22
In the context of public administration, what is the primary function of the bureaucracy?
Correct A. To implement policies
B. To make laws
C. To provide public services
D. To collect taxes

Correct Answer: A

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Question 23
The concept of federalism in Nigeria is based on the idea of shared power between the federal and state governments. Which of the following is a characteristic of federalism?
A. The federal government has absolute power
B. The state governments have absolute power
Correct C. Power is shared between the federal and state governments
D. The federal government has no power

Correct Answer: C

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Question 24
The concept of electoral systems in Nigeria is based on the idea of free and fair elections. Which of the following is a characteristic of a free and fair election?
A. The election is rigged
Correct B. The election is free and fair
C. The election is postponed indefinitely
D. The election is held in secret

Correct Answer: B

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Question 25
The concept of foreign policy in Nigeria is based on the idea of promoting national interests. Which of the following is a characteristic of a successful foreign policy?
A. The foreign policy is isolationist
B. The foreign policy is expansionist
Correct C. The foreign policy is multilateral
D. The foreign policy is unilateral

Correct Answer: C

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