POST UTME JOSEPH AYO BABALOLA UNIVERSITY 2020 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of 'human rights' refers to the fundamental rights and freedoms that are inherent to all human beings. Which of the following best describes the primary purpose of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights?
A. To promote economic development and reduce poverty.
B. To protect the environment and promote sustainable development.
C. To promote social justice and human dignity.
D. To regulate international trade and commerce.
Question 2
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has a number of institutions that work together to promote economic integration. Which of the following institutions is responsible for promoting trade and investment within the region?
A. The ECOWAS Commission.
B. The ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development.
C. The ECOWAS Trade Liberalization Scheme.
D. The ECOWAS Free Trade Area.
Question 3
The concept of power in public administration refers to the ability of a government to influence the behavior of its citizens. Which of the following is a type of power?
A. Legitimate power.
B. Coercive power.
C. Reward power.
D. Expert power.
Question 4
The African Union's (AU) primary objective is to promote economic, political, and social integration among its member states. Which of the following best describes the AU's approach to regional integration?
A. A supranational approach, where the AU has the authority to make decisions on behalf of its member states.
B. A intergovernmental approach, where member states retain their sovereignty and cooperate on a voluntary basis.
C. A federal approach, where the AU has a central authority that makes decisions for its member states.
D. A confederal approach, where member states have a loose association and cooperate on specific issues.
Question 5
The rule of law is a fundamental principle of democratic governance. Which of the following is a characteristic of the rule of law?
A. The power to make laws
B. The power to interpret laws
C. The principle that no one is above the law
D. The principle that the government is above the law
Question 6
In a federal system of government, power is divided between the central 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 at the local level
D. A system of government where power is divided between the central government and the constituent units
Question 7
A country has a federal system of government. Explain how the federal government and the regional governments share power and responsibilities.
A. The federal government has absolute power over all matters
B. The regional governments have the power to make laws on all matters
C. The federal government and regional governments share power and responsibilities
D. The regional governments have no power and are subject to the federal government
Question 8
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 consent of the governed
B. The power of the majority
C. The authority of the constitution
D. The influence of external factors
Question 9
The concept of checks and balances is a fundamental principle of constitutional government. Which of the following is an example of a check on the power of the executive branch?
A. The power to declare war
B. The power to approve presidential appointments
C. The power to impeach the president
D. The power to veto laws
Question 10
The United Nations (UN) has a unique structure that allows for the representation of all member states. Which of the following best describes the UN's system of representation?
A. A system of direct representation, where each member state has a fixed number of representatives.
B. A system of indirect representation, where member states are grouped into regional blocs.
C. A system of proportional representation, where the number of representatives is proportional to the member state's population.
D. A system of weighted representation, where member states have varying levels of influence based on their economic and military power.
Question 11
The concept of 'constitutions' refers to the supreme law of a country that outlines the powers and limitations of the government. Which of the following best describes the primary characteristic of a constitution?
A. It is a flexible document that can be easily amended.
B. It is a rigid document that cannot be easily amended.
C. It is a document that outlines the powers and limitations of the government.
D. It is a document that outlines the rights and freedoms of citizens.
Question 12
The concept of legitimacy in international relations is closely tied to the idea of authority. Discuss how the United Nations (UN) exercises its authority in maintaining international peace and security.
A. Through the use of economic sanctions
B. By deploying peacekeeping forces
C. Through the promotion of democracy and human rights
D. By providing humanitarian aid
Question 13
The concept of public administration refers to the implementation of government policies and programs. Which of the following is a key function of public administration?
A. Policy-making
B. Program implementation
C. Budgeting and financial management
D. Regulatory enforcement
Question 14
The concept of separation of powers is a fundamental principle of constitutional government. Which of the following is a characteristic of the legislative branch?
A. The power to declare war
B. The power to appoint judges
C. The power to approve presidential appointments
D. The power to declare a state of emergency
Question 15
The concept of legitimacy in public administration refers to the acceptance of a government's authority by its citizens. Which of the following is a characteristic of a legitimate government?
A. It has the power to make laws without consulting its citizens.
B. It has the support of the majority of its citizens.
C. It has the power to impose its will on its citizens without their consent.
D. It has the power to make decisions without consulting its citizens.

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