POST UTME LAUTECH 2018 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of checks and balances in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing the concentration of power in one branch of government. Which of the following is a correct example of checks and balances in the Nigerian Constitution?
A. The power of the President to appoint the Chief Justice of Nigeria
B. The power of the National Assembly to approve or reject the President's appointments
C. The power of the President to dissolve the National Assembly
D. The power of the judiciary to declare laws passed by the National Assembly as unconstitutional
Question 2
A local government council in Nigeria has a budget of ₦500 million for the year. If the council allocates 30% of the budget to education, how much is allocated to education?
A. ₦150 million
B. ₦200 million
C. ₦250 million
D. ₦300 million
Question 3
The concept of power in political science refers to the ability of one person or group to influence the behavior of another. Which of the following is a type of power?
A. Legitimate power
B. Coercive power
C. Reward power
D. Expert power
Question 4
The concept of legitimacy in the context of political power is closely related to the idea of
A. popular sovereignty
B. social contract
C. rule of law
D. separation of powers
Question 5
The pre-colonial administration in Nigeria was characterized by the existence of various kingdoms and empires. Which of the following was one of the major kingdoms in pre-colonial Nigeria?
A. The Hausa Kingdom
B. The Yoruba Kingdom
C. The Igbo Kingdom
D. The Nupe Kingdom
Question 6
A diagram of a simple harmonic motion is shown below. What is the amplitude of this motion?
A. The maximum displacement from the equilibrium position.
B. The minimum displacement from the equilibrium position.
C. The average displacement from the equilibrium position.
D. The frequency of the motion.
Question 7
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 instrument used by the AU to achieve this objective?
A. The African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights
B. The New Partnership for Africa's Development (NEPAD)
C. The African Union's Common African Position (CAP)
D. The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)
Question 8
The colonial period in West Africa was characterized by a number of different European powers competing for control of the region. Which of the following was a key feature of the Scramble for Africa?
A. A period of peaceful competition among European powers
B. A period of violent conflict among European powers
C. A period of economic cooperation among European powers
D. A period of cultural exchange among European powers
Question 9
The concept of legitimacy in government is closely related to the idea of authority. Discuss the relationship between legitimacy and authority, and explain how they are distinct from power.
A. Legitimacy is the moral right to govern, while authority is the ability to enforce laws and policies.
B. Legitimacy is the ability to enforce laws and policies, while authority is the moral right to govern.
C. Legitimacy and authority are interchangeable terms that refer to the same concept.
D. Legitimacy and authority are distinct concepts that refer to different aspects of government.
Question 10
The 1960 Independence Constitution of Nigeria was a product of which of the following?
A. The London Conference of 1960.
B. The Lagos Constitutional Conference of 1957.
C. The Aburi Conference of 1967.
D. The National Constitutional Conference of 1978.
Question 11
The United Nations is a global organization that aims to promote peace and security among its member states. Which of the following is one of the main organs of the United Nations?
A. The General Assembly
B. The Security Council
C. The Economic and Social Council
D. The Trusteeship Council
Question 12
The concept of legitimacy in international relations refers to the acceptance of a political entity's authority by its subjects. Which of the following is a key factor that contributes to the legitimacy of a government?
A. The government's ability to provide public goods and services
B. The government's respect for human rights and the rule of law
C. The government's ability to maintain national security and stability
D. The government's ability to promote economic growth and development
Question 13
The Nigerian Constitution provides for the protection of individual rights and freedoms. Which of the following is a key provision of this section?
A. Right to life
B. Right to freedom of speech
C. Right to freedom of assembly
D. Right to freedom of association
Question 14
A foreign policy decision by a government can have significant implications for the country's international relations. Discuss the role of foreign policy in shaping a country's relationships with other nations.
A. Foreign policy is a key factor in shaping a country's international relations.
B. Foreign policy has no impact on a country's international relations.
C. Foreign policy is a secondary factor in shaping a country's international relations.
D. Foreign policy is a tertiary factor in shaping a country's international relations.
Question 15
The pre-colonial period in West Africa was characterized by a number of different empires and kingdoms. Which of the following was a key feature of the Mali Empire?
A. A strong centralized government
B. A decentralized system of government
C. A system of feudalism
D. A system of slavery

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