POST UTME LASU 2020 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of separation of powers is a fundamental principle of constitutional government. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the legislative branch?
A. Making laws
B. Appointing judges
C. Declaring war
D. Imposing taxes
Question 2
The concept of legitimacy refers to the idea that a government has the right to rule because it has the consent of the governed. Which of the following is a characteristic of a legitimate government?
A. It has the power to make laws
B. It has the consent of the governed
C. It has the support of the international community
D. It has the power to impose taxes
Question 3
The concept of separation of powers is a fundamental principle of democratic governance. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the legislative branch?
A. Lawmaking
B. Judicial review
C. Appropriation of funds
D. Executive appointment
Question 4
The 'Local Government Reform' of 1976 in Nigeria was aimed at decentralizing power and promoting local autonomy. Which of the following was a key feature of this reform?
A. The creation of new local government areas
B. The increase in the number of local government councils
C. The transfer of powers and functions from the state to the local government
D. The establishment of a new system of local government finance
Question 5
In a presidential system of government, the president is elected directly by the people. Which of the following is a characteristic of a presidential system?
A. Separation of powers among the branches
B. Concentration of power in the executive
C. Independence of the judiciary
D. The president is elected directly by the people
Question 6
In a parliamentary system of government, the head of government is the prime minister. Which of the following is a characteristic of a parliamentary system?
A. Separation of powers among the branches
B. Concentration of power in the executive
C. Independence of the judiciary
D. The head of government is the prime minister
Question 7
In a presidential system of government, the separation of powers is achieved through the division of powers among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the separation of powers?
A. Concentration of power in one branch
B. Checks and balances among the branches
C. Independence of the judiciary
D. Separation of powers among the branches
Question 8
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 a presidential system?
A. Separation of powers among the branches
B. Concentration of power in the executive
C. Independence of the judiciary
D. The president serves as both head of state and head of government
Question 9
A government has a budget of ₦1,000,000,000. If the government allocates 30% of the budget to education, 20% to healthcare, and 50% to infrastructure, how much will be allocated to education?
A. ₦300,000,000
B. ₦200,000,000
C. ₦500,000,000
D. ₦600,000,000
Question 10
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria provides for the creation of which of the following types of electoral constituencies?
A. Single Member Constituency
B. Multi-Member Constituency
C. Party List System
D. All of the above
Question 11
The concept of legitimacy is crucial for the exercise of power in a democratic system. What is the primary source of legitimacy in a democratic government?
A. The people
B. The government
C. The constitution
D. The monarch
Question 12
A political party's ideology is reflected in its platform. Which of the following is a characteristic of a left-wing party?
A. Emphasis on individual freedom
B. Support for social welfare programs
C. Advocacy for free market policies
D. Promotion of national security
Question 13
The concept of rule of law is closely related to the idea of constitutionalism. Discuss the relationship between these two concepts, using examples from the Nigerian Constitution.
A. Rule of law is a means of achieving constitutionalism, while constitutionalism is a means of achieving rule of law.
B. Constitutionalism is a means of limiting the power of the government, while rule of law is a means of ensuring that the government respects the rights of citizens.
C. Rule of law is a principle of constitutionalism, while constitutionalism is a principle of rule of law.
D. Constitutionalism is a principle of rule of law, while rule of law is a principle of constitutionalism.
Question 14
The concept of authority refers to the right to make decisions and take actions. Which of the following is a characteristic of authority?
A. It is based on consent
B. It is based on power
C. It is based on legitimacy
D. It is based on tradition
Question 15
The concept of checks and balances is an essential feature of a democratic system. Explain the concept of checks and balances and its significance in a democratic system.
A. Checks and balances ensure that no one branch of government has too much power, and that the rights of citizens are protected.
B. Checks and balances allow for the concentration of power in one branch of government, and the other branches are subservient to it.
C. Checks and balances are not relevant in a democratic system, as they are more relevant in an authoritarian system.
D. Checks and balances are a principle of constitutionalism, but they are not relevant in a democratic system.

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