Practice Post UTME LAUTECH government 2021 Past Questions

Question 1

In the context of pre-colonial administration in Nigeria, what was the primary function of the Oba in the Yoruba kingdom?

A. To serve as a military leader

B. To provide spiritual guidance

C. To collect taxes and tributes

Correct D. To resolve disputes and maintain law and order

Correct Answer: D

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Question 2

The concept of legitimacy in political science refers to the acceptance of a political authority by the people. Which of the following is a characteristic of a legitimate government?

A. It is able to enforce its decisions through coercion

Correct B. It is accepted by the people as the rightful ruler

C. It is based on the principle of might is right

D. It is a dictatorship

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a document adopted by the United Nations in 1948. Which of the following rights is enshrined in the UDHR?

A. The right to freedom of speech

B. The right to a fair trial

C. The right to education

Correct D. The right to life, liberty and security of person

Correct Answer: D

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Question 4

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 type of power?

Correct A. Legitimate power

B. Coercive power

C. Expert power

D. Reward power

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is a regional economic community that aims to promote economic integration in West Africa. Which of the following is one of the goals of ECOWAS?

Correct A. To promote economic growth and development

B. To promote political integration

C. To promote social integration

D. To promote cultural integration

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6

Analyze the implications of the concept of 'Constitutional Federalism' on the structure of government in Nigeria.

Correct A. It promotes a decentralized system of government.

B. It leads to a concentration of power in the hands of the federal government.

C. It results in a weak and ineffective system of government.

D. It has no impact on the structure of government in Nigeria.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7

Using the concept of 'Separation of Powers', explain how the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government in Nigeria are designed to check and balance each other.

A. The legislative branch has the power to impeach the president and judges.

B. The executive branch has the power to veto laws passed by the legislative branch.

Correct C. The judicial branch has the power to declare laws passed by the legislative branch unconstitutional.

D. The legislative branch has the power to appoint judges.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 8

Analyze the impact of the 'Indirect Rule' system of administration on the development of Nigeria during the colonial period.

A. It led to the development of a strong and effective system of administration.

Correct B. It resulted in the exploitation of Nigeria's natural resources.

C. It promoted the growth of a strong and independent economy.

D. It had no significant impact on the development of Nigeria.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 9

Using the concept of 'Electoral Systems', explain how the 'First-Past-The-Post' system of voting can lead to a situation where the winner of an election does not receive the majority of the votes.

Correct A. It is a direct result of the winner-takes-all system.

B. It is a consequence of the electoral system's inability to accurately reflect the will of the people.

C. It is a result of the presence of multiple candidates in the election.

D. It is a result of the electoral system's inability to account for the votes of third-party candidates.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10

Analyze the impact of the 'Pre-colonial' system of administration on the development of Nigeria before the arrival of the Europeans.

A. It led to the development of a strong and effective system of administration.

B. It resulted in the exploitation of Nigeria's natural resources.

Correct C. It promoted the growth of a strong and independent economy.

D. It had no significant impact on the development of Nigeria.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 11

The concept of 'soft power' in international relations was first introduced by which of the following scholars?

Correct A. Joseph Nye

B. Robert Keohane

C. Stephen Walt

D. Kenneth Waltz

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12

In the context of pre-colonial administration in Nigeria, which of the following empires was known for its system of 'walled cities'?

A. Kanem-Bornu Empire

B. Hausa Kingdom

C. Yoruba Empire

Correct D. Benin Empire

Correct Answer: D

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Question 13

The concept of 'electoral college' in Nigeria's electoral system was first introduced by which of the following constitutional amendments?

Correct A. 1999 Constitution (as amended)

B. 1979 Constitution (as amended)

C. 1989 Constitution (as amended)

D. 1993 Constitution (as amended)

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14

The 'Abacha regime' in Nigeria was characterized by which of the following features?

Correct A. Authoritarianism and human rights abuses

B. Democratization and economic reforms

C. Military rule and economic stagnation

D. Civilian rule and social welfare programs

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15

The 'Green Revolution' in Nigeria's agricultural sector was initiated by which of the following government programs?

Correct A. National Agricultural Development Programme (NADP)

B. National Food Security Programme (NFSP)

C. National Irrigation Programme (NIP)

D. National Agricultural Research Programme (NARP)

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16

Analyze the implications of the Supreme Court's decision in the case of PDP v. INEC (2007) on the electoral process in Nigeria.

Correct A. The decision strengthened the independence of the electoral commission.

B. The decision undermined the authority of the electoral commission.

C. The decision had no significant impact on the electoral process.

D. The decision led to the introduction of electronic voting in Nigeria.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17

Explain the concept of judicial review in the context of constitutional development in Nigeria.

Correct A. The power of the judiciary to declare laws unconstitutional.

B. The power of the executive to appoint judges.

C. The power of the legislature to impeach judges.

D. The power of the judiciary to interpret laws.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18

Discuss the role of the National Assembly in the legislative process in Nigeria.

A. The National Assembly has the power to make laws on all matters.

Correct B. The National Assembly has the power to approve the budget.

C. The National Assembly has the power to appoint the President.

D. The National Assembly has the power to declare a state of emergency.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 19

Explain the concept of the rule of law in the context of constitutional development in Nigeria.

A. The rule of law means that the government is above the law.

Correct B. The rule of law means that the government is subject to the law.

C. The rule of law means that the government has absolute power.

D. The rule of law means that the government has no power.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 20

Discuss the impact of the 1999 Constitution on the electoral process in Nigeria.

A. The 1999 Constitution introduced the concept of electronic voting.

B. The 1999 Constitution introduced the concept of direct primaries.

Correct C. The 1999 Constitution introduced the concept of independent electoral commissions.

D. The 1999 Constitution introduced the concept of proportional representation.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 21

The concept of legitimacy in government refers to the idea that a government derives its authority from the consent of the governed. Which of the following is a characteristic of a legitimate government?

A. It has the power to make laws without consulting the people

B. It is accountable to the people and is responsive to their needs

C. It is able to use force to maintain order and suppress dissent

Correct D. It is based on the principles of democracy and the rule of law

Correct Answer: D

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Question 22

In a presidential system of government, the president serves as both the head of state and the head of government. What is the name of the system of government in which the president has both ceremonial and executive powers?

A. Federal system

B. Confederal system

C. Unitary system

Correct D. Constitutional system

Correct Answer: D

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Question 23

The concept of separation of powers in government refers to the division of power among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches. Which of the following is a benefit of the separation of powers?

A. It allows for more efficient decision-making

Correct B. It prevents any one branch from becoming too powerful

C. It promotes national unity

D. It reduces the risk of corruption

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24

The concept of public administration refers to the implementation of government policies and programs. Which of the following is a characteristic of effective public administration?

A. It is characterized by a high level of bureaucracy

B. It is responsive to the needs of the people

C. It is able to use technology to improve efficiency

Correct D. It is based on the principles of democracy and the rule of law

Correct Answer: D

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Question 25

The concept of local government refers to the government of a local area or municipality. Which of the following is a characteristic of effective local government?

A. It is characterized by a high level of centralization

B. It is responsive to the needs of the local community

C. It is able to use technology to improve efficiency

Correct D. It is based on the principles of democracy and the rule of law

Correct Answer: D

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