POST UTME FUTO 2021 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of the rule of law is closely tied to the idea of constitutionalism. Discuss how the rule of law is essential to the functioning of a constitutional democracy.
A. The rule of law ensures that the government and its agencies are accountable to the people.
B. The rule of law provides a framework for the protection of individual rights and freedoms.
C. The rule of law promotes the principle of equality before the law.
D. The rule of law is essential to the functioning of a constitutional democracy because it ensures that the government and its agencies are accountable to the people.
Question 2
A country has a parliamentary system of government, where the prime minister is the head of government. Which of the following best describes the relationship between the prime minister and the legislature?
A. The prime minister is responsible for advising the monarch on matters of state.
B. The prime minister has the power to appoint and remove members of the legislature.
C. The prime minister and the legislature are co-equal branches of government.
D. The prime minister has the power to dissolve the legislature.
Question 3
The concept of checks and balances is a mechanism for preventing the concentration of power in a single branch of government. Discuss how checks and balances ensure accountability and prevent abuse of power.
A. Checks and balances ensure that each branch of government has a check on the other branches.
B. Checks and balances enable the government to make decisions quickly.
C. Checks and balances promote the protection of individual rights and freedoms.
D. Checks and balances lead to inefficiency and corruption.
Question 4
The concept of legitimacy in public administration refers to the acceptance of authority by the people. Which of the following is a key factor that contributes to the legitimacy of a government?
A. The government's ability to provide public goods and services.
B. The government's ability to maintain law and order.
C. The government's ability to promote social justice and equality.
D. The government's ability to protect the rights and freedoms of citizens.
Question 5
The concept of foreign policy refers to the actions and decisions of a government in relation to other countries. Discuss the role of foreign policy in promoting national interests.
A. Foreign policy promotes national interests by providing a framework for cooperation with other countries.
B. Foreign policy promotes national interests by providing a platform for the exchange of ideas and best practices.
C. Foreign policy promotes national interests by providing financial assistance to other countries.
D. Foreign policy does not play a significant role in promoting national interests.
Question 6
The concept of federal character in Nigeria's constitution is aimed at
A. Promoting ethnic and regional balance in the allocation of federal resources
B. Ensuring that the federal government has control over all aspects of governance
C. Providing opportunities for citizens from different regions to participate in governance
D. Reducing the power of the states and local governments
Question 7
The pre-colonial administration in Africa was characterized by the existence of various kingdoms and empires. Which of the following was a key feature of these pre-colonial systems?
A. The existence of a centralized bureaucracy.
B. The presence of a strong and centralized authority.
C. The existence of a decentralized system of governance.
D. The presence of a feudal system of governance.
Question 8
The African Union (AU) is a regional organization that aims to promote economic, political, and social integration among its member states. Discuss the role of the AU in promoting regional integration in Africa.
A. The AU promotes regional integration by providing a framework for cooperation among its member states.
B. The AU promotes regional integration by providing financial assistance to its member states.
C. The AU promotes regional integration by providing a platform for the exchange of ideas and best practices.
D. The AU does not play a significant role in promoting regional integration in Africa.
Question 9
The United Nations (UN) is an international organization that aims to promote peace and security among its member states. Which of the following is a key principle of the UN Charter?
A. Sovereign equality of all member states.
B. Non-interference in the internal affairs of member states.
C. Collective security through the use of force.
D. Promotion of democracy and human rights.
Question 10
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 key benefit of this system?
A. Prevents the concentration of power in one branch of government.
B. Promotes efficiency and speed in decision-making.
C. Reduces the risk of corruption and abuse of power.
D. Increases the accountability of government officials.
Question 11
The concept of 'checks and balances' in the Nigerian Constitution is a direct adaptation from which of the following systems of government?
A. Federal System of Government
B. Unitary System of Government
C. Confederation System of Government
D. Parliamentary System of Government
Question 12
The concept of 'separation of powers' in the Nigerian Constitution is a direct adaptation from which of the following systems of government?
A. Federal System of Government
B. Unitary System of Government
C. Confederation System of Government
D. Parliamentary System of Government
Question 13
The diagram below shows a simple black and white chemistry apparatus showing titration setup. If 25.0 mL of 0.100 M NaOH is added to 25.0 mL of 0.100 M HCl, what is the pH of the resulting solution?
A. 7.00
B. 8.00
C. 9.00
D. 10.00
Question 14
The concept of 'checks and balances' in the Nigerian Constitution is a direct adaptation from which of the following systems of government?
A. Federal System of Government
B. Unitary System of Government
C. Confederation System of Government
D. Parliamentary System of Government
Question 15
A country has a presidential system of government, where the president serves as both the head of state and the head of government. Which of the following best describes the relationship between the president and the judiciary?
A. The president has the power to appoint and remove judges from the judiciary.
B. The president has the power to veto laws passed by the judiciary.
C. The president and the judiciary are co-equal branches of government.
D. The president has the power to dissolve the judiciary.

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