POST UTME NOUN 2025 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The United Nations (UN) is an international organization that promotes peace and security among its member states. What is the primary purpose of the UN Security Council?
A. To promote economic development
B. To maintain international peace and security
C. To provide humanitarian aid
D. To promote human rights
Question 2
A researcher is studying the impact of social media on political participation in Nigeria. Which of the following variables is most likely to be a mediator in this relationship?
A. Social media usage
B. Political awareness
C. Civic engagement
D. Socio-economic status
Question 3
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is an international organization that plays a crucial role in promoting economic development and integration in West Africa. Discuss the role of ECOWAS in promoting economic development and integration, and how it achieves its goals.
A. ECOWAS promotes economic development and integration through its trade agreements and economic development programs.
B. ECOWAS promotes economic development and integration through its diplomatic efforts and international law.
C. ECOWAS promotes economic development and integration through its military interventions and sanctions.
D. ECOWAS promotes economic development and integration through its humanitarian aid programs and peacekeeping missions.
Question 4
The concept of 'separation of powers' in Nigeria's constitution is primarily aimed at preventing the concentration of power in one branch of government. Which of the following best describes the relationship between the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government in this context?
A. The legislative branch has the power to make laws, the executive branch enforces laws, and the judicial branch interprets laws.
B. The executive branch has the power to make laws, the legislative branch enforces laws, and the judicial branch interprets laws.
C. The judicial branch has the power to make laws, the executive branch enforces laws, and the legislative branch interprets laws.
D. The legislative branch has the power to make laws, the executive branch interprets laws, and the judicial branch enforces laws.
Question 5
The concept of Checks and Balances in a democratic system is exemplified by the relationship between the Executive, Legislative, and Judicial branches of government. Which of the following scenarios best illustrates this principle?
A. The President appoints the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, who then has the power to impeach the President.
B. The President can veto a bill passed by Congress, but Congress can override the veto with a two-thirds majority.
C. The Supreme Court can declare a law passed by Congress unconstitutional, but Congress can override the decision with a simple majority.
D. The President can appoint judges to the Supreme Court, but the Senate must confirm the appointments.
Question 6
The pre-colonial administration in Nigeria was characterized by the existence of various kingdoms and empires. Which of the following was NOT a feature of these kingdoms?
A. Decentralized power structure
B. Centralized power structure
C. Existence of a strong monarch
D. Existence of a written constitution
Question 7
The United Nations (UN) is an international organization that plays a crucial role in promoting peace and security around the world. Discuss the role of the UN in promoting peace and security, and how it achieves its goals.
A. The UN promotes peace and security through its peacekeeping missions and humanitarian aid programs.
B. The UN promotes peace and security through its diplomatic efforts and international law.
C. The UN promotes peace and security through its economic development programs and trade agreements.
D. The UN promotes peace and security through its military interventions and sanctions.
Question 8
The public administration system in Nigeria is characterized by a high degree of bureaucracy. Which of the following is a consequence of this bureaucracy?
A. Increased efficiency in service delivery
B. Decreased accountability in government
C. Increased transparency in government
D. Increased responsiveness to citizen needs
Question 9
A country with a unitary system of government has a constitution that gives all power to the central government. Explain the advantages and disadvantages of this system.
A. The unitary system has the advantage of allowing for greater efficiency and effectiveness, but the disadvantage of being prone to authoritarianism.
B. The unitary system has the advantage of allowing for greater efficiency and effectiveness, but the disadvantage of being unable to make effective decisions.
C. The unitary system has the disadvantage of being prone to authoritarianism, but the advantage of allowing for greater efficiency and effectiveness.
D. The unitary system has the disadvantage of being unable to make effective decisions, but the advantage of allowing for greater efficiency and effectiveness.
Question 10
Public administration is the implementation of government policies. Which of the following is a key function of public administration?
A. To make laws.
B. To enforce laws.
C. To implement government policies.
D. To interpret laws.
Question 11
The Constitution of a country is the supreme law of the land. Which of the following is a fundamental principle of constitutionalism?
A. The Constitution is the supreme law of the land.
B. The Constitution is a flexible document that can be easily amended.
C. The Constitution is a rigid document that cannot be amended.
D. The Constitution is a document that is only applicable to the executive branch of government.
Question 12
The concept of electoral systems refers to the methods used to elect representatives to government. Which of the following is a characteristic of a proportional representation system?
A. It is a winner-takes-all system
B. It is a first-past-the-post system
C. It is a proportional representation system
D. It is a mixed-member proportional system
Question 13
A political party in Nigeria is considering a new policy to increase voter turnout in elections. Which of the following strategies is most likely to be effective in achieving this goal?
A. Implementing a policy of compulsory voting, where citizens are required to vote in all elections.
B. Increasing the number of polling stations in urban areas to reduce waiting times.
C. Providing incentives, such as cash rewards or discounts on goods and services, to citizens who vote.
D. Implementing a policy of proportional representation, where seats in the legislature are allocated based on the proportion of votes received by each party.
Question 14
The concept of legitimacy in public administration refers to the acceptance of authority by citizens based on the belief that the government has the right to rule. Which of the following is a key factor that contributes to the legitimacy of a government?
A. Effective communication with citizens
B. Fair and just treatment of citizens
C. Economic prosperity and stability
D. Military strength and power
Question 15
A political party's platform is a set of policies and ideas that it advocates for during an election. Which of the following is a key characteristic of a political party's platform?
A. It is a fixed set of policies that never changes
B. It is a set of policies that is developed in consultation with citizens
C. It is a set of policies that is based on the party's ideology
D. It is a set of policies that is developed by the party's leadership alone

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