POST UTME FUTA 2020 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of foreign policy is closely related to the idea of national interest. Discuss the relationship between foreign policy and national interest, using examples from the foreign policy of Nigeria.
A. Foreign policy is a means of ensuring that national interest is protected.
B. National interest is a means of ensuring that foreign policy is effective.
C. Foreign policy and national interest are two separate concepts that are not related.
D. The foreign policy of Nigeria does not provide for national interest.
Question 2
The concept of separation of powers is a fundamental principle of democratic governance. Which of the following is an example of a power that is shared between the executive and legislative branches?
A. The power to declare war.
B. The power to appoint judges to the judiciary.
C. The power to approve or reject presidential appointments.
D. The power to approve or reject treaties negotiated by the president.
Question 3
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is a regional economic community that was established in 1975. Discuss the role of ECOWAS in promoting economic integration in West Africa.
A. ECOWAS plays a crucial role in promoting economic integration in West Africa by providing a platform for the free movement of goods and services.
B. ECOWAS is responsible for maintaining economic stability in West Africa through the use of monetary policy.
C. ECOWAS has no role in promoting economic integration in West Africa.
D. ECOWAS is responsible for promoting political integration in West Africa.
Question 4
The Nigerian Constitution provides for a system of government where power is divided between the federal and state governments. What is the name of this system?
A. Federal system
B. Unitary system
C. Confederation system
D. Parliamentary system
Question 5
The Local Government System in Nigeria is based on the 1976 Local Government Reform. Which of the following is a key feature of this system?
A. Decentralization of power
B. Centralization of power
C. Autonomy of local governments
D. Direct election of local government chairmen
Question 6
The concept of legitimacy is closely related to the idea of authority. Discuss the relationship between these two concepts, using examples from the Nigerian Constitution.
A. Legitimacy is the process by which a government acquires the right to rule.
B. Authority is the power to make decisions and enforce laws.
C. Legitimacy and authority are two separate concepts that are not related to each other.
D. The Nigerian Constitution is an example of a constitution that has been influenced by the concept of legitimacy.
Question 7
The Local Government System in Nigeria is based on the principle of decentralization. Which of the following is a characteristic of this system?
A. It is a unitary system where power is concentrated at the center.
B. It is a federal system where power is distributed among the federal, state, and local governments.
C. It is a decentralized system where power is exercised at the local level.
D. It is a system where power is exercised by the state government.
Question 8
The concept of 'separation of powers' in the Nigerian Constitution is designed to prevent the concentration of power in any one branch of government. Which of the following is a characteristic of the legislative branch?
A. The power to declare war
B. The power to appoint the Head of the Independent National Electoral Commission
C. The power to approve or reject presidential appointments
D. The power to conduct foreign policy
Question 9
The United Nations (UN) is an international organization that was established in the aftermath of World War II. What is the primary purpose of the UN?
A. To promote peace and security among its member states.
B. To provide humanitarian aid to countries in need.
C. To promote economic development among its member states.
D. To provide military assistance to countries in need.
Question 10
A diagram of a circuit is shown below. If the voltage across the resistor is 12V and the current flowing through it is 2A, calculate the resistance using Ohm's law.
A. 6Ω
B. 12Ω
C. 24Ω
D. 48Ω
Question 11
The concept of 'authority' in the Nigerian Constitution refers to the legitimate power to make decisions and enforce laws. Which of the following is a characteristic of authority?
A. The power to declare war
B. The power to appoint the Head of the Independent National Electoral Commission
C. The power to approve or reject presidential appointments
D. The ability to make decisions and enforce laws
Question 12
The rule of law is a fundamental principle of democratic governance, which emphasizes the equal application of the law to all citizens. What is the primary characteristic of the rule of law?
A. The arbitrary application of the law
B. The equal application of the law to all citizens
C. The discretionary exercise of power by government officials
D. The absence of due process and fair trial
Question 13
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is a regional economic community that was established in 1975. What is the primary purpose of ECOWAS?
A. To promote economic integration among its member states.
B. To promote peace and security among its member states.
C. To provide humanitarian aid to countries in need.
D. To provide military assistance to countries in need.
Question 14
The concept of 'Rule of Law' in Nigeria's constitutional development is closely related to the idea of separation of powers. Which of the following best describes the relationship between the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of government in Nigeria?
A. The executive, legislative, and judicial branches are completely separate and independent of each other.
B. The executive and legislative branches are separate, but the judicial branch is subordinate to the executive branch.
C. The executive and judicial branches are separate, but the legislative branch is subordinate to the executive branch.
D. The executive, legislative, and judicial branches are fused into a single branch of government.
Question 15
The Nigerian electoral system is designed to promote free and fair elections. What is the name of the institution responsible for conducting elections?
A. Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)
B. Electoral Tribunal
C. National Assembly
D. Federal Executive Council

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