POST UTME ESUT 2020 Government | Objective

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Question 1
Determine the type of government that would result from the combination of a presidential system and a parliamentary system.
A. A hybrid system with elements of both presidential and parliamentary systems.
B. A pure presidential system.
C. A pure parliamentary system.
D. A federal system.
Question 2
The concept of the rule of law is central to the functioning of a democratic system. Which of the following is a key principle of the rule of law?
A. The principle of equality before the law
B. The principle of separation of powers
C. The principle of judicial independence
D. The principle of executive immunity
Question 3
The concept of 'separation of powers' in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing the concentration of power in one branch of government. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the separation of powers?
A. Checks and balances
B. Separation of powers
C. Concentration of power
D. Independence of the judiciary
Question 4
In the context of Nigeria's electoral system, what is the significance of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in ensuring the legitimacy of elections?
A. INEC is responsible for conducting elections, but not for ensuring their legitimacy.
B. INEC is responsible for ensuring the legitimacy of elections, but not for conducting them.
C. INEC is responsible for both conducting elections and ensuring their legitimacy.
D. INEC is not responsible for ensuring the legitimacy of elections.
Question 5
The concept of 'human rights' in the Nigerian Constitution refers to the fundamental rights and freedoms that are inherent to all human beings. What is the primary characteristic of human rights?
A. Human rights are inherent to all human beings and should be respected and protected
B. Human rights are not inherent to all human beings and should be respected and protected only in certain circumstances
C. Human rights are inherent to all human beings but should be respected and protected only by the government
D. Human rights are not inherent to all human beings and should not be respected and protected
Question 6
The concept of rule of law in government refers to the idea that the government and its citizens are subject to the law. Which of the following is a key principle of the rule of law?
A. The government has absolute power
B. The government is above the law
C. The government and its citizens are subject to the law
D. The law is only for the wealthy
Question 7
The concept of 'public administration' in the Nigerian Constitution refers to the implementation of government policies and programs. What is the primary characteristic of public administration?
A. Public administration is the implementation of government policies and programs
B. Public administration is the formulation of government policies and programs
C. Public administration is the evaluation of government policies and programs
D. Public administration is the financing of government policies and programs
Question 8
The concept of power in government refers to the ability of a government to make decisions and enforce them. Which of the following is a key source of power in a democratic government?
A. The military
B. The bureaucracy
C. The people
D. The economy
Question 9
The United Nations (UN) has a total of 193 member states. Which of the following is a key function of the UN Security Council?
A. To promote economic development among member states
B. To maintain international peace and security
C. To provide humanitarian aid to affected countries
D. To promote human rights among member states
Question 10
The concept of globalization refers to the increasing interconnectedness of the world's economies, cultures, and societies. Which of the following is a key driver of globalization?
A. Advances in transportation and communication technologies
B. The rise of multinational corporations
C. The growth of international trade
D. All of the above
Question 11
The concept of federalism is often associated with the United States of America. Which of the following is a key characteristic of federalism?
A. A single central government with absolute power
B. A decentralized system of government with power shared between the central government and constituent units
C. A system of government where the central government has absolute power over constituent units
D. A system of government where constituent units have absolute power over the central government
Question 12
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. What is the primary objective of ECOWAS?
A. To promote economic integration and cooperation among its member states
B. To promote political integration and cooperation among its member states
C. To promote cultural integration and cooperation among its member states
D. To promote social integration and cooperation among its member states
Question 13
The concept of 'rule of law' in the Nigerian Constitution refers to the idea that the law is supreme and should be applied equally to all citizens. What is the primary characteristic of the rule of law?
A. The law is supreme and should be applied equally to all citizens
B. The law is supreme but should be applied differently to different citizens
C. The law is not supreme and should be applied arbitrarily
D. The law is supreme but should be applied only to certain citizens
Question 14
The concept of legitimacy in government is closely related to the idea of authority. Discuss the relationship between legitimacy and authority in the context of Nigeria's constitutional development.
A. Legitimacy is a necessary condition for authority, but not a sufficient one.
B. Authority is a necessary condition for legitimacy, but not a sufficient one.
C. Legitimacy and authority are interchangeable concepts.
D. Legitimacy is a product of authority, but not the other way around.
Question 15
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria provides for the establishment of which of the following institutions?
A. Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)
B. National Human Rights Commission (NHRC)
C. Federal Character Commission (FCC)
D. National Population Commission (NPC)

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