POST UTME GREENFIELD UNIVERSITY 2022 Government | Objective

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Question 1
In the context of international relations, what is the primary function of the United Nations (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 regions
D. To settle disputes between member states
Question 2
The concept of local government in Nigeria is rooted in the country's colonial past. Which of the following provisions of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is most relevant to the concept of local government?
A. Section 7(1) which provides for the establishment of local governments.
B. Section 8(1) which provides for the establishment of local government councils.
C. Section 9(1) which provides for the establishment of local government areas.
D. Section 10(1) which provides for the establishment of local government councils.
Question 3
The concept of Checks and Balances in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing the concentration of power in any one branch of government. Which of the following is a mechanism for checking the power of the Legislative branch?
A. The power of judicial review
B. The power of legislative oversight
C. The power of the National Assembly to approve the budget
D. The power of the President to veto legislation
Question 4
The concept of 'checks and balances' in a presidential system of government is primarily designed to prevent the concentration of power in the hands of one person or institution. Which of the following is NOT a mechanism for achieving this goal?
A. Separation of Powers
B. Independent Judiciary
C. Bicameral Legislature
D. Executive Privilege
Question 5
The concept of 'democracy' in political science refers to a system of government where power is held by the people or their elected representatives. Which of the following is a key feature of a democratic system?
A. A system of government where power is concentrated in the hands of a single individual or group
B. A system of government where power is distributed among multiple groups and individuals
C. A system of government where the majority rules
D. A system of government where the minority rules
Question 6
The concept of human rights in Nigeria is rooted in the country's colonial past. Which of the following provisions of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is most relevant to the concept of human rights?
A. Section 33(1) which provides for the right to life.
B. Section 34(1) which provides for the right to dignity of human person.
C. Section 35(1) which provides for the right to freedom of thought, conscience and religion.
D. Section 36(1) which provides for the right to fair hearing.
Question 7
The concept of human rights in Nigeria is rooted in the country's colonial past. Which of the following provisions of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is most relevant to the concept of human rights?
A. Section 33(1) which provides for the right to life.
B. Section 34(1) which provides for the right to dignity of human person.
C. Section 35(1) which provides for the right to freedom of thought, conscience and religion.
D. Section 36(1) which provides for the right to fair hearing.
Question 8
The African Union's (AU) primary objective is to promote economic, political, and social integration among its member states. Which of the following is a key mechanism for achieving this objective?
A. The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)
B. The African Monetary Union (AMU)
C. The African Peace and Security Council (APSC)
D. The African Development Bank (ADB)
Question 9
The concept of 'pluralism' in political science refers to the idea that power is distributed among multiple groups and individuals in a society. Which of the following is a characteristic of a pluralistic society?
A. A small number of powerful individuals or groups
B. A large number of powerful individuals or groups
C. A system of government where power is concentrated in the hands of a single individual or group
D. A system of government where power is distributed among multiple groups and individuals
Question 10
The concept of 'democracy' in political science refers to a system of government where power is held by the people or their elected representatives. Which of the following is a key feature of a democratic system?
A. A system of government where power is concentrated in the hands of a single individual or group
B. A system of government where power is distributed among multiple groups and individuals
C. A system of government where the majority rules
D. A system of government where the minority rules
Question 11
The concept of Checks and Balances in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing the concentration of power in any one branch of government. Which of the following is a mechanism for checking the power of the Executive?
A. The power of impeachment
B. The power of judicial review
C. The power of legislative oversight
D. The power of the National Assembly to approve the budget
Question 12
The Nigerian government has implemented various policies to promote public administration. Discuss the impact of these policies on the country's public sector.
A. The policies have improved public sector efficiency and effectiveness.
B. The policies have reduced public sector corruption and inefficiency.
C. The policies have had no significant impact on public sector performance.
D. The policies have led to increased public sector corruption and inefficiency.
Question 13
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is a product of the country's transition to democracy. Which of the following provisions of the constitution is most relevant to the concept of federalism in Nigeria?
A. Section 1(1) which defines the federal character principle.
B. Section 14(3) which provides for the promotion of national unity and the provision of adequate facilities for the promotion of national culture.
C. Section 15(3) which provides for the promotion of national integration.
D. Section 162(1) which provides for the allocation of revenue among the states.
Question 14
The concept of the Rule of Law is closely related to the idea of the separation of powers in a democratic system. Which of the following best describes the relationship between the Rule of Law and the separation of powers?
A. The Rule of Law ensures that the separation of powers is maintained.
B. The separation of powers is a means of implementing the Rule of Law.
C. The Rule of Law is a consequence of the separation of powers.
D. The separation of powers is a limitation on the Rule of Law.
Question 15
In a federal system of government, the powers of the central government are divided among the national government and the constituent units. Which of the following is a characteristic of a federal system?
A. A strong central government
B. A weak central government
C. A system of government where power is concentrated in the hands of the central government
D. A system of government where power is divided between the central government and the constituent units

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