POST UTME JOSEPH AYO BABALOLA UNIVERSITY 2019 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of public administration in Nigeria is rooted in the country's colonial past. Which of the following best describes the impact of public administration on Nigeria's development?
A. Public administration has promoted greater efficiency and effectiveness in the delivery of public services.
B. Public administration has led to greater corruption and inefficiency in the delivery of public services.
C. Public administration has promoted greater accountability and transparency in the delivery of public services.
D. Public administration has led to greater political instability and conflict in Nigeria.
Question 2
The concept of legitimacy in international relations is closely tied to the idea of sovereignty. Discuss the relationship between legitimacy and sovereignty in the context of international organizations.
A. Legitimacy is a necessary condition for sovereignty, but not a sufficient one.
B. Sovereignty is a necessary condition for legitimacy, but not a sufficient one.
C. Legitimacy and sovereignty are interchangeable concepts.
D. Legitimacy is a product of sovereignty, but not the other way around.
Question 3
A political party's ability to win elections is influenced by its ability to mobilize resources and support from various groups in society. Discuss the role of resource mobilization in the success of a political party.
A. Resource mobilization is the process of collecting money and other resources from wealthy donors to fund a political party's activities.
B. Resource mobilization involves the recruitment of volunteers and activists to help a political party with its campaigns and other activities.
C. Resource mobilization is the process of building a strong network of supporters and allies to help a political party win elections.
D. Resource mobilization is a form of corruption that involves the use of public funds for private gain.
Question 4
The United Nations (UN) is an international organization that was established in 1945. Which of the following is one of the main purposes 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 and cooperation among its member states.
D. To provide military assistance to countries in need.
Question 5
The United Nations has played a crucial role in promoting peace and security in Africa. Which of the following UN peacekeeping missions has been most successful in achieving its objectives?
A. The UN peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO)
B. The UN peacekeeping mission in Liberia (UNMIL)
C. The UN peacekeeping mission in Sierra Leone (UNAMSIL)
D. The UN peacekeeping mission in Côte d'Ivoire (UNOCI)
Question 6
The electoral system in a democratic country is designed to ensure the representation of the people's interests. What is the primary mechanism for achieving this representation?
A. First-past-the-post
B. Proportional representation
C. Single transferable vote
D. Mixed-member proportional
Question 7
The concept of legitimacy in government is closely related to the idea of authority. Explain how legitimacy is derived from authority, using the example of a democratic government.
A. Legitimacy is derived from authority when citizens accept the government's right to rule.
B. Legitimacy is derived from authority when the government is able to enforce its decisions.
C. Legitimacy is derived from authority when the government is able to provide public goods and services.
D. Legitimacy is derived from authority when the government is able to maintain national security.
Question 8
The concept of legitimacy in government is closely tied to the idea of authority. Discuss the relationship between legitimacy and authority, and explain how they are related in the context of international organizations such as the United Nations.
A. Legitimacy is the moral right to govern, while authority is the power to govern.
B. Authority is the source of legitimacy, while legitimacy is the result of authority.
C. Legitimacy and authority are interchangeable terms.
D. Legitimacy is the ability to enforce laws, while authority is the ability to make laws.
Question 9
A country has a federal system of government with 50 states. Explain how this system is different from a unitary system of government.
A. In a federal system, power is divided between the central government and the states.
B. In a federal system, power is concentrated in the central government.
C. In a federal system, power is divided between the central government and local governments.
D. In a federal system, power is concentrated in local governments.
Question 10
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is an international organization that was established in 1975. Which of the following is one of the main goals of ECOWAS?
A. To promote economic integration and cooperation 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 11
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has played a crucial role in promoting economic integration in West Africa. Which of the following ECOWAS programs has been most successful in achieving its objectives?
A. The ECOWAS Trade Liberalization Scheme (ETLS)
B. The ECOWAS Common External Tariff (CET)
C. The ECOWAS Monetary Union (EMU)
D. The ECOWAS Free Movement of Persons (FMP)
Question 12
The concept of constitutionalism in Nigeria is rooted in the country's colonial past. Which of the following best describes the impact of British colonialism on Nigeria's constitutional development?
A. The British colonial administration imposed a rigid, centralized system of government on Nigeria.
B. The British colonial administration introduced a system of indirect rule, which allowed for greater autonomy at the local level.
C. The British colonial administration suppressed the development of a strong, independent judiciary in Nigeria.
D. The British colonial administration encouraged the growth of a robust, participatory democracy in Nigeria.
Question 13
The concept of authority in international relations is closely tied to the idea of legitimacy. Discuss the relationship between authority and legitimacy in the context of international organizations.
A. Authority is a necessary condition for legitimacy, but not a sufficient one.
B. Legitimacy is a necessary condition for authority, but not a sufficient one.
C. Authority and legitimacy are interchangeable concepts.
D. Authority is a product of legitimacy, but not the other way around.
Question 14
The United Nations has been criticized for its inability to prevent humanitarian crises in various parts of the world. Discuss the role of the UN in preventing humanitarian crises, and suggest ways in which it can improve its performance in this area.
A. The UN should focus on providing humanitarian aid rather than trying to prevent crises.
B. The UN should prioritize economic development over humanitarian aid.
C. The UN should establish a standing peacekeeping force to prevent humanitarian crises.
D. The UN should rely on regional organizations to prevent humanitarian crises.
Question 15
In a pre-colonial African society, the concept of authority was often tied to the idea of legitimacy. What was the primary source of legitimacy for a traditional ruler?
A. Divine right
B. Consent of the people
C. Hereditary succession
D. Military conquest

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