POST UTME FUTO 2023 Government | Objective

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Question 1
A political party's primary function is to?
A. Provide a platform for individuals to express their opinions.
B. Elect candidates to public office.
C. Represent the interests of a particular group or class.
D. All of the above.
Question 2
In a public administration system, what is the primary function of the 'Bureau of Public Procurement'?
A. To oversee the procurement of goods and services for the government
B. To regulate the activities of private sector companies
C. To provide technical assistance to local governments
D. To conduct research on public policy issues
Question 3
The concept of power in government refers to the ability of a person or institution to influence or control the actions of others. Which of the following is a source of power in a political system?
A. Legitimacy and authority
B. Economic resources and wealth
C. Military force and coercion
D. All of the above
Question 4
The concept of legitimacy in government refers to the moral rightness of a political system or institution to exercise power and authority. Which of the following best describes the source of legitimacy in a democratic system?
A. The people's consent and participation in the electoral process
B. The authority of the ruling party or government
C. The power of the military or other armed forces
D. The influence of international organizations or foreign powers
Question 5
A country's electoral system is considered 'proportional representation' if it uses a method of allocating seats in the legislature based on the total number of votes received by each party. Which of the following electoral systems is NOT an example of proportional representation?
A. Single Transferable Vote (STV)
B. First-Past-The-Post (FPTP)
C. Mixed-Member Proportional (MMP)
D. List Proportional Representation (LPR)
Question 6
The United Nations (UN) is an international organization that promotes peace, security, and cooperation among its member states. Which of the following is a primary function of the UN?
A. To provide military aid and support to member states
B. To promote economic development and cooperation among member states
C. To maintain international peace and security
D. To provide humanitarian aid and assistance to refugees
Question 7
In a presidential system of government, the president serves as both the head of state and the head of government. Which of the following is a characteristic of this system?
A. Separation of powers between the executive, legislative, and judicial branches
B. A strong and independent judiciary
C. A system of government where the president has significant executive powers
D. A system of government where the president is elected by the legislature
Question 8
The concept of 'plural society' was introduced by Nigerian sociologist, Samuel Johnson, to describe the coexistence of different ethnic groups in Nigeria. What is the primary implication of this concept?
A. That Nigeria is a homogeneous society
B. That Nigeria is a melting pot of cultures
C. That Nigeria is a plural society with multiple ethnic groups
D. That Nigeria is a colonial creation
Question 9
The concept of federalism in Nigeria is rooted in the country's colonial past. Which of the following best describes the impact of federalism on Nigeria's political development?
A. Federalism has promoted the decentralization of power and the empowerment of local governments in Nigeria.
B. Federalism has hindered the development of a strong and effective central government in Nigeria.
C. Federalism has promoted the integration of Nigeria's diverse ethnic groups and regions.
D. Federalism has led to the concentration of power in the hands of a few individuals in Nigeria.
Question 10
In the context of Foreign Policy and International Relations, what is the primary goal of the 'Concert of Europe'?
A. To establish a permanent peace treaty
B. To promote economic cooperation among European nations
C. To counterbalance the influence of the Ottoman Empire
D. To create a unified European military force
Question 11
The concept of 'indirect rule' was a key feature of British colonial administration in Nigeria. What was the primary purpose of this system?
A. To impose British culture on Nigerian societies
B. To exploit Nigeria's natural resources
C. To maintain order and stability in the region
D. To promote economic development in Nigeria
Question 12
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 absolute authority over the constituent units.
B. The constituent units have a significant degree of autonomy.
C. The central government and constituent units share power equally.
D. The constituent units are completely independent of the central government.
Question 13
The concept of constitutionalism in Nigeria is rooted in the country's colonial past. Which of the following best describes the impact of constitutionalism on Nigeria's political development?
A. Constitutionalism has promoted the decentralization of power and the empowerment of local governments in Nigeria.
B. Constitutionalism has hindered the development of a strong and effective central government in Nigeria.
C. Constitutionalism has promoted the integration of Nigeria's diverse ethnic groups and regions.
D. Constitutionalism has led to the concentration of power in the hands of a few individuals in Nigeria.
Question 14
In a local government system, which of the following is a characteristic of the relationship between the local government and the state government?
A. The local government has absolute authority over its affairs.
B. The state government has significant control over the local government.
C. The local government has a significant degree of autonomy.
D. The local government is completely dependent on the state government.
Question 15
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) was established in 1975 to promote economic integration in West Africa. What is the primary goal of ECOWAS?
A. To promote regional security
B. To facilitate the free movement of goods and services
C. To establish a common currency
D. To promote regional economic development

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