POST UTME MOUNTAIN TOP UNIVERSITY 2019 Government | Objective

Practice these randomly selected questions to test your readiness.

Question 1
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is a regional organization that promotes economic integration in West Africa. Discuss the role of ECOWAS in promoting regional security and stability.
A. ECOWAS has the power to impose sanctions on member states that violate regional security and stability.
B. ECOWAS has the power to provide military assistance to member states to promote regional security and stability.
C. ECOWAS has no role in promoting regional security and stability.
D. ECOWAS has the power to suspend member states that violate regional security and stability.
Question 2
A country with a presidential system of government has a president who serves as both the head of state and the head of government. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this system?
A. Advantages: separation of powers, checks and balances; Disadvantages: concentration of power, potential for abuse.
B. Advantages: concentration of power, efficiency; Disadvantages: separation of powers, potential for conflict.
C. Advantages: separation of powers, checks and balances; Disadvantages: concentration of power, potential for abuse.
D. Advantages: concentration of power, efficiency; Disadvantages: separation of powers, potential for conflict.
Question 3
The concept of legitimacy in government is closely tied to the idea of power. Discuss how the legitimacy of a government is affected by the source of its power.
A. Legitimacy is directly proportional to the source of power.
B. Legitimacy is inversely proportional to the source of power.
C. The source of power has no effect on legitimacy.
D. Legitimacy is only affected by the type of power, not the source.
Question 4
The Local Government System in Nigeria is based on the 1976 Local Government Reform. Which of the following is a key feature of this system?
A. Decentralization of Power
B. Increased Autonomy
C. Reduced Funding
D. Increased Centralization
Question 5
The concept of authority in government refers to the legitimate power to make decisions and enforce laws. What are the sources of authority in a democratic government?
A. The people, the government, and the constitution.
B. The government, the constitution, and the international community.
C. The people, the international community, and the government.
D. The government, the people, and the international community.
Question 6
The concept of electoral systems refers to the methods used to elect representatives to office. Which of the following is a characteristic of a proportional representation electoral system?
A. The winner of the election is determined by a simple majority.
B. The number of seats allocated to each party is proportional to the number of votes received.
C. The election is conducted through a first-past-the-post system.
D. The election is conducted through a runoff system.
Question 7
A country with a parliamentary system of government has a prime minister who serves as the head of government. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this system?
A. Advantages: separation of powers, checks and balances; Disadvantages: concentration of power, potential for abuse.
B. Advantages: concentration of power, efficiency; Disadvantages: separation of powers, potential for conflict.
C. Advantages: separation of powers, checks and balances; Disadvantages: concentration of power, potential for abuse.
D. Advantages: concentration of power, efficiency; Disadvantages: separation of powers, potential for conflict.
Question 8
The concept of 'checks and balances' in the Nigerian Constitution is a reflection of which of the following forms of government?
A. Federalism
B. Unitary System
C. Confederation
D. Parliamentary System
Question 9
The African Union (AU) has been instrumental in promoting regional integration and economic development in Africa. Which of the following is a key objective of the AU's Agenda 2063?
A. To establish a single currency for all AU member states.
B. To promote regional economic integration and cooperation.
C. To establish a pan-African defense force.
D. To promote democracy and human rights in AU member states.
Question 10
A country's foreign policy is often influenced by its domestic politics. Discuss the relationship between domestic politics and foreign policy in a country with a presidential system of government.
A. Domestic politics has a significant impact on a country's foreign policy.
B. Domestic politics has little impact on a country's foreign policy.
C. Domestic politics and foreign policy are unrelated.
D. Domestic politics can only influence foreign policy in times of crisis.
Question 11
The concept of 'separation of powers' in the Nigerian Constitution is a reflection of which of the following forms of government?
A. Federalism
B. Unitary System
C. Confederation
D. Parliamentary System
Question 12
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended) recognizes the principle of which of the following as a fundamental objective and directive principle of state policy?
A. Social Justice
B. Economic Development
C. Environmental Protection
D. National Unity
Question 13
The concept of foreign policy is closely related to the idea of international relations. Discuss the relationship between these two concepts in the context of Nigeria's foreign policy.
A. Foreign policy is a means of ensuring that Nigeria's interests are protected and respected in the international community.
B. International relations are a mechanism for ensuring that Nigeria's foreign policy is effective and successful.
C. Foreign policy is a principle that guides Nigeria's interactions with other countries, and is essential for promoting national interests.
D. International relations are a concept that is not relevant to Nigeria's foreign policy.
Question 14
The 'separation of powers' is a characteristic of which of the following systems of government?
A. Federal
B. Confederation
C. Parliamentary
D. Presidential
Question 15
The concept of human rights is closely related to the idea of rule of law. Discuss the relationship between these two concepts in the context of Nigeria's constitutional framework.
A. The rule of law is a means of ensuring that human rights are protected and respected in Nigeria.
B. The separation of powers is a mechanism for ensuring that human rights are upheld in Nigeria.
C. The rule of law is a principle that guides the exercise of power by the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of government, and is essential for protecting human rights.
D. The separation of powers is a concept that is not relevant to the protection of human rights in Nigeria.

Master the Exam!

You've seen a preview, but there are thousands more questions plus AI tutor to break down complex solutions.

Unlock Full Access Available for Android & Windows
Help others prepare! Share this practice hub: