POST UTME KSU 2019 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of power in political science refers to the ability of a person or group to influence the behavior of others. Which of the following is a correct definition of power?
A. The ability to make decisions without input from others
B. The ability to influence the behavior of others
C. The ability to control the actions of others
D. The ability to make choices without considering the opinions of others
Question 2
The concept of federal character in Nigeria is designed to promote national integration and unity. Which of the following best describes the principle of federal character?
A. The principle of federal character requires that all appointments to public offices be made on the basis of merit.
B. The principle of federal character requires that all public offices be filled by citizens of Nigeria.
C. The principle of federal character requires that all public offices be distributed among the different regions of Nigeria in proportion to their population.
D. The principle of federal character requires that all public offices be filled by citizens of a particular region.
Question 3
A political party's primary function is to provide a platform for citizens to participate in the political process. Which of the following best describes the role of a political party in a democratic system?
A. To represent the interests of a particular group or class
B. To provide a platform for citizens to participate in the political process
C. To promote the ideology of a particular individual or group
D. To serve as a tool for social change
Question 4
The concept of pressure groups in political science refers to organizations that seek to influence government policy. Which of the following is a characteristic of pressure groups?
A. They are formed to promote the interests of a particular group or class
B. They are formed to promote the interests of the general public
C. They are formed to promote the interests of the government
D. They are formed to promote the interests of a particular industry or profession
Question 5
What is the main difference between a constitutional monarchy and a parliamentary system of government?
A. In a constitutional monarchy, the monarch has absolute power, while in a parliamentary system, the head of government is elected by the people
B. In a constitutional monarchy, the monarch serves as the head of state, while in a parliamentary system, the head of government is appointed by the head of state
C. In a constitutional monarchy, the monarch has limited powers, while in a parliamentary system, the head of government has absolute power
D. In a constitutional monarchy, the monarch is elected by the people, while in a parliamentary system, the head of government is appointed by the head of state
Question 6
In a federal system of government, power is divided between the central government and the regional governments. 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 in which power is divided between the central government and the regional governments
D. A system of government in which the central government has complete control over the regional governments
Question 7
The concept of checks and balances in the US Constitution is a manifestation of the separation of powers between the legislative, executive, and judicial branches. Which of the following is NOT a check on the power of the President?
A. Impeachment by the House of Representatives
B. Veto power over legislation
C. Appointment of Supreme Court justices
D. Power to declare war
Question 8
In a constitutional democracy, the separation of powers is a fundamental principle that ensures checks and balances among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches. Which of the following best describes the primary purpose of this principle?
A. To prevent the concentration of power in one branch
B. To promote efficiency and speed in decision-making
C. To ensure the supremacy of the legislative branch
D. To protect individual rights and freedoms
Question 9
The electoral system in Nigeria is based on:
A. First-Past-The-Post
B. Proportional Representation
C. Mixed-Member System
D. Single Transferable Vote
Question 10
The concept of 'legitimacy' in the Nigerian Constitution refers to the moral rightness of a government's actions. Which of the following best describes the concept of legitimacy?
A. Moral rightness of a government's actions
B. Legal rightness of a government's actions
C. Political rightness of a government's actions
D. Economic rightness of a government's actions
Question 11
A pressure group is an organization that seeks to influence public policy on a particular issue. Which of the following best describes the primary goal of a pressure group?
A. To promote the interests of a particular group or class
B. To influence public policy on a particular issue
C. To provide a platform for citizens to participate in the political process
D. To serve as a tool for social change
Question 12
A government has a policy of providing a 10% increase in salaries to all public servants. If a public servant's salary is currently ₦50,000 per month, what will their new salary be?
A. ₦55,000
B. ₦55,500
C. ₦56,000
D. ₦56,500
Question 13
The concept of legitimacy in political science refers to the acceptance of a government or political system by the people. Which of the following is a factor that contributes to the legitimacy of a government?
A. The ability of the government to maintain order and stability
B. The ability of the government to provide for the basic needs of its citizens
C. The acceptance of the government by the people
D. The ability of the government to make decisions without input from others
Question 14
The concept of constitutionalism in Nigeria is based on the idea that the Constitution is the supreme law of the land. Which of the following best describes the relationship between the Constitution and the rule of law?
A. The Constitution is the supreme law of the land, and the rule of law is a means of enforcing it.
B. The rule of law is a principle that guides the interpretation of the Constitution.
C. The Constitution is a product of the rule of law, and it is used to enforce it.
D. The rule of law is a concept that is separate from the Constitution.
Question 15
In the context of electoral systems, what is the primary advantage of a 'proportional representation' system?
A. It ensures that the number of seats a party wins is proportional to the number of votes it receives
B. It ensures that the number of seats a party wins is not proportional to the number of votes it receives
C. It ensures that the number of seats a party wins is determined by the number of votes it receives in a single constituency
D. It ensures that the number of seats a party wins is determined by the number of votes it receives in multiple constituencies

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