POST UTME FUTO 2019 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of Checks and Balances is a key feature of the Separation of Powers. Which of the following is an example of a check on the power of the Executive?
A. The power of the Senate to approve or reject presidential appointments
B. The power of the House of Representatives to impeach the President
C. The power of the Judiciary to declare laws passed by the Legislature as unconstitutional
D. The power of the Governor to veto laws passed by the State Legislature
Question 2
The 'Electoral College' system is used in which country?
A. United States
B. Germany
C. France
D. United Kingdom
Question 3
Which of the following forms of government is characterized by the concentration of power in the hands of a single ruler?
A. Monarchy
B. Oligarchy
C. Democracy
D. Theocracy
Question 4
A country's foreign policy is influenced by its domestic politics. Which of the following best describes the relationship between a country's foreign policy and its domestic politics?
A. A country's foreign policy is determined solely by its domestic politics.
B. A country's foreign policy is influenced by its domestic politics, but not the other way around.
C. A country's foreign policy is independent of its domestic politics.
D. A country's foreign policy is influenced by its domestic politics, and vice versa.
Question 5
The concept of Constitutional Monarchy is a key feature of the British system of government. Which of the following is an example of a constitutional monarchy?
A. The United Kingdom
B. The United States of America
C. Canada
D. Australia
Question 6
The colonial administration of a country was characterized by a system of governance that was based on the principles of indirect rule. Which of the following best describes the characteristics of indirect rule?
A. Indirect rule is a system of governance that is based on the principles of direct rule.
B. Indirect rule is a system of governance that is based on the principles of customary law.
C. Indirect rule is a system of governance that is based on the principles of colonialism.
D. Indirect rule is a system of governance that is based on the principles of indirect administration.
Question 7
The pre-colonial administration of a country was characterized by a system of governance that was based on the principles of customary law. Which of the following best describes the characteristics of customary law?
A. Customary law is a system of law that is based on written codes and statutes.
B. Customary law is a system of law that is based on the principles of natural law.
C. Customary law is a system of law that is based on the customs and traditions of a particular society.
D. Customary law is a system of law that is based on the principles of international law.
Question 8
The concept of legitimacy is closely tied to the idea of authority. Discuss the relationship between legitimacy and authority in the context of international relations.
A. Legitimacy is a necessary condition for authority, but not a sufficient one.
B. Authority is a function of the state's ability to exercise legitimacy effectively.
C. Legitimacy is a means of ensuring the authority of a state's actions.
D. Authority is a means of ensuring the legitimacy of a state's actions.
Question 9
The concept of power in political science refers to the ability of a person or group to influence the behavior of others. Which of the following is a type of power?
A. Legitimate power
B. Coercive power
C. Reward power
D. Expert power
Question 10
The 'Single Transferable Vote' system is used in which type of election?
A. Presidential
B. Parliamentary
C. Local Government
D. State Assembly
Question 11
The 'First-Past-The-Post' system is used in which type of election?
A. Presidential
B. Parliamentary
C. Local Government
D. State Assembly
Question 12
The concept of foreign policy is closely tied to the idea of national interest. Discuss the role of national interest in shaping a country's foreign policy.
A. National interest is the primary driver of a country's foreign policy.
B. National interest is a secondary consideration in shaping a country's foreign policy.
C. National interest is irrelevant to a country's foreign policy.
D. National interest is a means of achieving a country's foreign policy goals.
Question 13
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is a regional economic community that aims to promote economic integration in West Africa. Which of the following is a key objective of ECOWAS?
A. To promote economic integration in West Africa
B. To promote political integration in West Africa
C. To promote cultural integration in West Africa
D. To promote social integration in West Africa
Question 14
The concept of local government is essential for understanding the relationship between the government and citizens. Which of the following best describes the concept of local government?
A. Local government refers to the government of a city or town.
B. Local government refers to the government of a state or province.
C. Local government refers to the government of a country or nation.
D. Local government refers to the government of a region or district.
Question 15
The concept of legitimacy is essential for understanding the relationship between the government and citizens. Which of the following best describes the concept of legitimacy?
A. Legitimacy refers to the power of the government to enforce its laws and policies.
B. Legitimacy refers to the consent of citizens to be governed by the government.
C. Legitimacy refers to the ability of the government to provide public goods and services to citizens.
D. Legitimacy refers to the ability of the government to protect the rights and interests of citizens.

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