POST UTME MADONNA UNIVERSITY 2023 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of power in political science refers to the ability of individuals or groups to influence the behavior of others. Discuss how power can be exercised in a system with multiple centers of power.
A. By using coercion and force.
B. By using persuasion and negotiation.
C. By using a combination of coercion and persuasion.
D. By using a combination of force and negotiation.
Question 2
The concept of federalism is closely related to the idea of decentralization. Discuss how federalism can be used to promote decentralization and reduce the power of the central government.
A. Federalism can be used to promote decentralization by giving more power to the states and local governments.
B. Federalism can be used to promote decentralization by reducing the power of the central government and giving more power to the people.
C. Federalism is not relevant to the promotion of decentralization and reduction of the power of the central government.
D. Federalism can be used to promote decentralization by giving more power to the central government and reducing the power of the states and local governments.
Question 3
The concept of 'indirect rule' in colonial administration was first introduced by which of the following British colonial administrators?
A. Lord Frederick Lugard
B. Herbert Macaulay
C. Lord Dalhousie
D. Lord Curzon
Question 4
The United Nations has a number of specialized agencies that work on specific issues such as health, education, and human rights. Which of the following is NOT one of the specialized agencies of the UN?
A. World Health Organization (WHO)
B. United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)
C. International Labour Organization (ILO)
D. Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC)
Question 5
The concept of 'federal character' in the Nigerian Constitution is designed to ensure that the country's resources are distributed fairly among all states. Which of the following is an example of a way in which federal character is implemented?
A. The allocation of federal jobs to citizens of different states
B. The distribution of federal funds to states based on their population
C. The creation of a federal agency to oversee the implementation of federal character
D. The establishment of a federal university in each state
Question 6
The concept of public administration is closely related to the idea of governance. Discuss how public administration is used to implement policies and programs in Nigeria.
A. Public administration is the process of implementing policies and programs through the use of bureaucracy.
B. Public administration is the process of making decisions and taking actions to achieve public goals.
C. Public administration is the process of providing services and goods to citizens.
D. Public administration is the process of raising revenue and allocating resources.
Question 7
The doctrine of separation of powers is a fundamental principle of constitutional government. Which of the following is a characteristic of the legislative branch?
A. The power to declare war
B. The power to appoint judges
C. The power to approve or reject presidential appointments
D. The power to declare a state of emergency
Question 8
In a system with a strong presidency, the executive branch often has significant influence over the legislative branch. Discuss how this can lead to a concentration of power.
A. By allowing the president to appoint judges and other officials.
B. By giving the president the power to veto legislation.
C. By allowing the president to dissolve the legislature.
D. By giving the president the power to appoint members of the legislature.
Question 9
The concept of constitutionalism is a fundamental principle of constitutional government. Which of the following is a characteristic of constitutionalism?
A. The power to declare war
B. The power to approve or reject presidential appointments
C. The principle that the government is limited by a constitution
D. The principle that the government has absolute power
Question 10
The concept of pressure groups is a fundamental principle of constitutional government. Which of the following is a characteristic of pressure groups?
A. The power to declare war
B. The power to approve or reject presidential appointments
C. The principle that pressure groups are responsible for influencing public policy
D. The principle that pressure groups are responsible for making national policies
Question 11
In a presidential system of government, the president serves as both the head of state and the head of government. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this system of government.
A. The president has too much power and can become authoritarian.
B. The president has too little power and cannot effectively govern the country.
C. The president has the advantage of being able to serve as both head of state and head of government, but the disadvantage of being accountable to the legislature.
D. The president has the advantage of being able to serve as both head of state and head of government, but the disadvantage of being accountable to the executive branch.
Question 12
The concept of checks and balances is a mechanism that prevents any one branch of government from becoming too powerful. Which of the following is an example of a check on the legislative branch?
A. The power to declare war
B. The power to approve or reject presidential appointments
C. The power to veto legislation
D. The power to appoint judges
Question 13
The concept of political parties is a fundamental principle of constitutional government. Which of the following is a characteristic of political parties?
A. The power to declare war
B. The power to approve or reject presidential appointments
C. The principle that political parties are responsible for nominating candidates for public office
D. The principle that political parties are responsible for making national policies
Question 14
The 'First Republic' in Nigeria lasted for how many years?
A. 10 years
B. 15 years
C. 20 years
D. 30 years
Question 15
The African Union's (AU) 'Agenda 2063' is a strategic framework for the socio-economic transformation of the African continent by which of the following dates?
A. 2025
B. 2030
C. 2035
D. 2063

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