Practice Post UTME NOUN government 2017 Past Questions

Question 1

The concept of checks and balances is a fundamental principle of constitutional government. Which of the following is a check on the power of the executive branch?

A. The power to declare war

B. The power to make laws

C. The power to impeach the president

D. The power to appoint judges

Question 2

The concept of human rights is closely related to the idea of democracy. Discuss the relationship between human rights and democracy in the context of Nigeria's political system.

A. Human rights are a means of enforcing democratic principles.

B. Human rights are a limitation on the power of the executive branch.

C. Human rights are a guarantee of individual rights and freedoms.

D. Human rights are a mechanism for resolving disputes between the government and citizens.

Question 3

The concept of pre-colonial administration in Africa refers to the systems of governance that existed before the arrival of European colonizers. Which of the following is a key characteristic of pre-colonial administration in Africa?

A. Centralized and bureaucratic

B. Decentralized and participatory

C. Authoritarian and repressive

D. Democratic and inclusive

Question 4

In a federal system of government, the powers of the central government are divided between the national government and the constituent units. Which of the following is a characteristic of a federal system?

A. The central government has absolute power over all matters

B. The constituent units have the power to make laws on all matters

C. Powers are divided between the national government and the constituent units

D. The national government has the power to unilaterally amend the constitution

Question 5

The concept of human rights in Nigeria's constitution is designed to protect the dignity and well-being of citizens. Which of the following is a fundamental human right?

A. Right to life

B. Right to freedom of speech

C. Right to education

D. Right to healthcare

Question 6

The concept of federalism is based on the idea of dividing power between different levels of government. What is the primary advantage of federalism?

A. It allows for greater efficiency in governance.

B. It promotes greater representation of diverse interests.

C. It reduces the risk of conflict between different groups.

D. It increases the power of the central government.

Question 7

A diagram of a simple harmonic motion is shown below. If the amplitude of the motion is 5.00 cm and the period is 2.00 s, what is the angular frequency?

A. 1.00 rad/s

B. 2.00 rad/s

C. 3.00 rad/s

D. 4.00 rad/s

Question 8

The concept of public administration refers to the implementation of policies and programs by government agencies. What is the primary goal of public administration?

A. To provide services to citizens.

B. To implement policies and programs.

C. To manage the government's budget.

D. To regulate the economy.

Question 9

A diagram of a titration setup is shown below. If 25.0 mL of 0.100 M NaOH is added to 25.0 mL of 0.100 M HCl, what is the pH of the resulting solution?

A. 7.00

B. 9.00

C. 11.00

D. 13.00

Question 10

The principle of federalism in Nigeria's constitution is designed to promote regional autonomy and diversity. Which of the following is a characteristic of federalism?

A. Centralization of power

B. Decentralization of power

C. Uniformity of laws

D. Standardization of policies

Question 11

International relations refer to the interactions and relationships between different countries. What is an example of an international organization?

A. The United Nations

B. The European Union

C. The African Union

D. The Commonwealth of Nations

Question 12

The concept of separation of powers in Nigeria's constitutional framework is designed to prevent the concentration of power in one branch of government. Which of the following is a consequence of this separation?

A. Increased efficiency in governance

B. Reduced accountability in government

C. Enhanced checks and balances

D. Decreased transparency in government

Question 13

The concept of electoral systems in Nigeria's democratic framework is designed to promote free and fair elections. Which of the following is a characteristic of a democratic electoral system?

A. Centralization of power

B. Decentralization of power

C. Uniformity of laws

D. Standardization of policies

Question 14

A pressure group is a type of organization that seeks to influence public policy on a particular issue. What is an example of a pressure group?

A. A trade union

B. A consumer association

C. A professional association

D. A political party

Question 15

The concept of 'Federal Character' in Nigeria is enshrined in the 1999 Constitution, which provides for the distribution of federal appointments and resources to reflect the diversity of Nigeria's population. However, the 2014 National Conference recommended the establishment of a National Commission on Federal Character to oversee the implementation of this principle. Which of the following is a consequence of the implementation of this recommendation?

A. The National Commission on Federal Character will have the power to oversee the implementation of the principle of federal character, but will not have the power to distribute federal appointments and resources.

B. The National Commission on Federal Character will have the power to oversee the implementation of the principle of federal character, and will also have the power to distribute federal appointments and resources.

C. The National Commission on Federal Character will not have the power to oversee the implementation of the principle of federal character, but will have the power to distribute federal appointments and resources.

D. The National Commission on Federal Character will not have the power to oversee the implementation of the principle of federal character, and will not have the power to distribute federal appointments and resources.

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