POST UTME MOUNTAIN TOP UNIVERSITY 2024 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of separation of powers is rooted in the idea of checks and balances among the three branches of government. Which of the following is NOT a mechanism for checks and balances?
A. Impeachment
B. Judicial Review
C. Legislative Override
D. Executive Privilege
Question 2
The public administration in Nigeria is characterized by a bureaucratic system. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this system.
A. The public administration in Nigeria is characterized by a bureaucratic system, which has both advantages and disadvantages.
B. The public administration in Nigeria is characterized by a bureaucratic system, which has only advantages.
C. The public administration in Nigeria is characterized by a bureaucratic system, which has only disadvantages.
D. The public administration in Nigeria is characterized by a bureaucratic system, which has no advantages or disadvantages.
Question 3
In a democratic system of government, what is the role of the judiciary in ensuring the rule of law?
A. To interpret the constitution and ensure that laws are in line with it
B. To declare war and make treaties with foreign nations
C. To approve or reject the president's appointments to the judiciary
D. To conduct investigations and hold hearings on executive branch activities
Question 4
In the context of pre-colonial administration in Nigeria, the Hausa-Fulani emirates were characterized by
A. a decentralized system of government
B. a centralized system of government
C. a feudal system of government
D. a tribal system of government
Question 5
The concept of public administration in Nigeria is closely related to the idea of
A. bureaucracy
B. democracy
C. accountability
D. transparency
Question 6
In a federal system of government, which of the following is a characteristic of a 'concurrent power'?
A. A power that is exclusively vested in the central government
B. A power that is shared between the central government and the constituent units
C. A power that is exclusively vested in the constituent units
D. A power that is not specified in the constitution
Question 7
The pre-colonial administration in Africa was characterized by the existence of various kingdoms and empires. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this system of administration.
A. The pre-colonial administration in Africa was characterized by the existence of various kingdoms and empires, which had both advantages and disadvantages.
B. The pre-colonial administration in Africa was characterized by the existence of various kingdoms and empires, which had only advantages.
C. The pre-colonial administration in Africa was characterized by the existence of various kingdoms and empires, which had only disadvantages.
D. The pre-colonial administration in Africa was characterized by the existence of various kingdoms and empires, which had no advantages or disadvantages.
Question 8
The 1979 Constitution of Nigeria was a product of which of the following processes?
A. Constitutional conference
B. National Assembly
C. Executive decree
D. Referendum
Question 9
The African Union's (AU) Agenda 2063 aims to achieve a 'peaceful and prosperous Africa' by 2063. Which of the following AU initiatives is most closely aligned with this goal?
A. The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)
B. The African Peace and Security Architecture (APSA)
C. The African Union's New Partnership for Africa's Development (NEPAD)
D. The African Union's African Economic Community (AEC)
Question 10
The 1963 Republican Constitution of Nigeria was a product of which of the following processes?
A. Constitutional conference
B. National Assembly
C. Executive decree
D. Referendum
Question 11
The concept of 'sovereignty' in international law refers to the supreme authority of a state over its territory and people. Which of the following principles of international law is most closely associated with the concept of sovereignty?
A. The principle of non-interference
B. The principle of self-determination
C. The principle of territorial integrity
D. The principle of state responsibility
Question 12
The concept of constitutionalism refers to the idea that a country's constitution is the supreme law of the land. Which of the following best describes the relationship between the constitution and the rule of law?
A. The constitution is a document that outlines the principles of the rule of law.
B. The rule of law is a principle that is enshrined in the constitution.
C. The constitution is a source of the rule of law.
D. The rule of law is a source of the constitution.
Question 13
The concept of 'separation of powers' in a democratic government is primarily aimed at preventing which of the following?
A. Concentration of power in the hands of a single individual
B. Influence of external forces on domestic policy
C. Abuse of power by the legislative branch
D. Inequitable distribution of resources among citizens
Question 14
The electoral system in Nigeria is characterized by
A. a first-past-the-post system
B. a proportional representation system
C. a mixed-member system
D. a single transferable vote system
Question 15
In a presidential system of government, what is the primary role of the legislative branch in checking the executive branch?
A. To approve or reject the president's appointments to the judiciary
B. To declare war and make treaties with foreign nations
C. To approve or reject the president's budget proposals
D. To conduct investigations and hold hearings on executive branch activities

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