POST UTME LAUTECH 2024 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The African Union's (AU) main objective is to promote economic, political, and social integration among its member states. Which of the following is a key instrument of the AU in achieving this objective?
A. The African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights
B. The African Union's Constitutive Act
C. The New Partnership for Africa's Development (NEPAD)
Correct D. The African Economic Community

Correct Answer: D

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Question 2
The concept of sovereignty in international relations is closely tied to the idea of statehood. Which of the following is a key characteristic of a sovereign state?
Correct A. The ability to make decisions independently
B. The right to engage in international relations
C. The power to tax its citizens
D. The authority to declare war

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has implemented several policies to promote regional integration. Which of the following is a key objective of ECOWAS?
Correct A. To promote economic development in West Africa
B. To establish a common currency for West African countries
C. To create a regional defense force
D. To promote cultural exchange among West African countries

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
The United Nations (UN) has several specialized agencies that work on specific issues. Which of the following is a key function of the World Health Organization (WHO)?
A. To promote economic development in developing countries
B. To provide humanitarian aid in response to natural disasters
Correct C. To coordinate global health policies and programs
D. To promote education and cultural exchange among countries

Correct Answer: C

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Question 5
The concept of federalism in public administration refers to a system of government where power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units. Which of the following is a key characteristic of a federal system?
A. The central government has complete control over all policy areas
Correct B. The constituent units have significant autonomy in policy-making
C. The central government has the power to override the decisions of constituent units
D. The constituent units have no representation in the central government

Correct Answer: B

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Question 6
In the context of Public Administration and Local Government, what is the primary function of a Local Government Council?
Correct A. To provide basic services to the community
B. To collect taxes and fees from citizens
C. To make laws and policies for the state
D. To represent the state in national affairs

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7
A political party's primary goal is to?
Correct A. Win elections and hold power
B. Promote social justice and equality
C. Represent the interests of a particular group
D. Provide a platform for citizens to express their opinions

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8
The concept of federalism in Nigeria is based on the idea of?
A. A strong central government with limited state powers
B. A weak central government with extensive state powers
Correct C. A system of government where power is divided between the federal and state governments
D. A system of government where power is concentrated in the hands of a single authority

Correct Answer: C

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Question 9
The concept of foreign policy in international relations refers to?
Correct A. The actions taken by a country to promote its national interests abroad
B. The policies adopted by a country to promote peace and stability in the world
C. The actions taken by a country to protect its citizens abroad
D. The policies adopted by a country to promote economic development at home

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
The concept of democracy in government refers to?
A. A system of government where power is held by a single authority
B. A system of government where power is divided between the federal and state governments
Correct C. A system of government where citizens have the right to participate in decision-making
D. A system of government where the ruler is chosen by a small group of people

Correct Answer: C

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Question 11
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 NOT a mechanism for achieving this goal?
A. Separation of Powers
B. Independent Judiciary
C. Federal Character Principle
Correct D. Executive-Legislative Joint Committee

Correct Answer: D

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Question 12
The 1963 Republican Constitution of Nigeria introduced the concept of 'Federal Character' as a principle for promoting national unity. What is the primary purpose of this principle?
A. To promote regional autonomy
B. To ensure equal representation in government
Correct C. To prevent ethnic domination
D. To promote economic development

Correct Answer: C

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Question 13
The Nigerian government has established various agencies to promote economic development. Which of the following agencies is responsible for promoting industrial development?
A. National Planning Commission
Correct B. Industrial Development Centre
C. Small and Medium Enterprise Development Agency
D. Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission

Correct Answer: B

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Question 14
The concept of 'sovereignty' in international law refers to the supreme authority of a state over its territory and people. Which of the following is a limitation on the sovereignty of a state?
A. Recognition by other states
B. International treaties and agreements
Correct C. Human rights obligations
D. National security interests

Correct Answer: C

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Question 15
The Nigerian government has established various institutions to promote good governance. Which of the following institutions is responsible for promoting transparency and accountability in government?
Correct A. Independent Corrupt Practices Commission
B. Economic and Financial Crimes Commission
C. National Human Rights Commission
D. Federal Character Commission

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
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 this system?
Correct A. Separation of powers
B. Constitutional monarchy
C. Unitary government
D. Federal system

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
A local government council has the power to collect taxes and impose levies on its citizens. Which of the following is a characteristic of this power?
A. Legislative power
B. Executive power
C. Judicial power
Correct D. Taxation power

Correct Answer: D

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Question 18
In a parliamentary system of government, the head of government is responsible to the legislature. Which of the following is a characteristic of this system?
A. Separation of powers
B. Constitutional monarchy
C. Unitary government
Correct D. Responsible government

Correct Answer: D

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Question 19
A political party has a platform that includes free education and healthcare for all citizens. Which of the following is a characteristic of this platform?
A. Liberalism
B. Conservatism
Correct C. Socialism
D. Communism

Correct Answer: C

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Question 20
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 this system?
A. Unitary government
B. Constitutional monarchy
C. Separation of powers
Correct D. Federalism

Correct Answer: D

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Question 21
The concept of 'checks and balances' in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing the concentration of power in the hands of one individual or institution. Which of the following is NOT a mechanism for achieving this goal?
A. Separation of Powers
B. Independent Judiciary
C. Federal Character Principle
Correct D. Merit-Based Appointments

Correct Answer: D

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Question 22
The 1963 Republican Constitution of Nigeria established a parliamentary system of government. Which of the following features was NOT characteristic of this system?
A. Separation of Powers
B. Independent Judiciary
Correct C. Executive Dominance
D. Federal Character Principle

Correct Answer: C

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Question 23
The Local Government Reform of 1976 aimed to decentralize power and increase the autonomy of local governments. Which of the following was a key feature of this reform?
A. Increased Funding
Correct B. Decentralization of Power
C. Appointment of Local Government Chairmen by State Governors
D. Establishment of Local Government Councils

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
The concept of 'pre-colonial administration' refers to the systems of governance that existed in Nigeria before the arrival of European colonizers. Which of the following was a characteristic of these systems?
A. Centralized Power
Correct B. Decentralized Power
C. Monarchical System
D. Federal System

Correct Answer: B

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Question 25
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria established a presidential system of government. Which of the following features is characteristic of this system?
Correct A. Separation of Powers
B. Independent Judiciary
C. Executive Dominance
D. Federal Character Principle

Correct Answer: A

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