POST UTME OSUSTECH 2018 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of human rights is closely related to the idea of rule of law. Discuss the relationship between these two concepts, using examples from the Nigerian Constitution.
A. Human rights are the rights of individuals to be treated equally under the law.
B. Rule of law is a principle that ensures that all citizens are treated equally under the law.
C. Human rights are the rights of individuals to make decisions and enforce laws.
D. Rule of law is a principle that ensures that the government is accountable to the people.
Question 2
The concept of 'electoral systems' refers to the rules and procedures used to elect representatives to office. Which of the following is a characteristic of a 'proportional representation' system?
A. A winner-takes-all approach to electing representatives
B. A system in which seats are allocated based on the proportion of votes received
C. A system in which a fixed number of seats are allocated to each party
D. A system in which the candidate with the most votes wins the election
Question 3
The concept of checks and balances in government is designed to prevent the abuse of power. Discuss how the three branches of government check and balance each other.
A. The legislative branch can impeach the president, the executive branch can veto laws passed by the legislative branch, and the judicial branch can declare laws passed by the legislative branch unconstitutional.
B. The executive branch can appoint judges, the legislative branch can approve or reject the president's appointments, and the judicial branch can interpret laws passed by the legislative branch.
C. The separation of powers is a myth, as all three branches are interconnected and there are no checks and balances.
D. The legislative branch can declare war, the executive branch can negotiate treaties, and the judicial branch can interpret laws.
Question 4
A country has a presidential system of government with a strong emphasis on the separation of powers. However, the president has the power to veto legislation passed by the parliament. Analyze the implications of this power on the system of government.
A. The power to veto legislation strengthens the separation of powers.
B. The power to veto legislation weakens the separation of powers.
C. The power to veto legislation has no impact on the separation of powers.
D. The power to veto legislation is a necessary check on the legislative branch.
Question 5
A diagram of a simple circuit is shown below. If the circuit is connected to a power source, what will be the direction of the current flow?
A. The current will flow from the battery to the resistor.
B. The current will flow from the resistor to the battery.
C. The current will flow in a loop from the battery to the resistor and back to the battery.
D. The current will not flow at all.
Question 6
In the context of public administration, what is the primary function of the 'public service' in a democratic government?
A. To provide technical expertise and advice to the government
B. To implement policies and programs on behalf of the government
C. To serve as a check on the power of the executive branch
D. To represent the interests of citizens in the policy-making process
Question 7
A country has a system of government where the head of state is also the head of government. Analyze the implications of this system on the separation of powers.
A. The separation of powers is strengthened.
B. The separation of powers is weakened.
C. The separation of powers is unchanged.
D. The separation of powers is eliminated.
Question 8
A government has a unicameral legislature with 100 members. If 3/5 of the members are women, how many women are there in the legislature?
A. 60
B. 70
C. 80
D. 90
Question 9
In the context of pre-colonial administration in West Africa, what was the primary function of the 'Oro' system in the Yoruba Empire?
A. To maintain social order and stability
B. To collect taxes and tributes
C. To provide military defense and protection
D. To settle disputes and resolve conflicts
Question 10
A country has a system of government where the head of state is separate from the head of government. Discuss the implications of this system on the separation of powers.
A. The separation of powers is strengthened.
B. The separation of powers is weakened.
C. The separation of powers is unchanged.
D. The separation of powers is eliminated.
Question 11
The concept of constitutionalism is closely related to the idea of rule of law. Discuss the relationship between these two concepts, using examples from the Nigerian Constitution.
A. Constitutionalism is a system of government where the constitution is supreme and all laws must conform to it.
B. Rule of law is a principle that ensures that all citizens are treated equally under the law.
C. Constitutionalism is a system of government where the constitution is flexible and can be amended easily.
D. Rule of law is a principle that ensures that the government is accountable to the people.
Question 12
The concept of 'checks and balances' in a constitutional democracy is designed to prevent the concentration of power in the hands of one individual or group. Which of the following is an example of a 'check' on the power of the executive branch?
A. The power of the legislative branch to impeach the president
B. The power of the judicial branch to declare laws unconstitutional
C. The power of the executive branch to veto laws passed by the legislature
D. The power of the executive branch to appoint judges to the supreme court
Question 13
A government has a budget of ₦10 billion. If the budget is allocated as follows: 30% for education, 25% for healthcare, and 45% for infrastructure, what is the amount allocated for education?
A. ₦2,500,000,000
B. ₦3,000,000,000
C. ₦3,500,000,000
D. ₦4,000,000,000
Question 14
The United Nations (UN) is an international organization that was established after World War II. Discuss the role of the UN in promoting peace and security in the world.
A. The UN promotes peace and security through its peacekeeping missions.
B. The UN promotes peace and security through its economic development programs.
C. The UN promotes peace and security through its human rights programs.
D. The UN promotes peace and security through its environmental protection programs.
Question 15
A diagram of a simple plant cell is shown below. Identify the part labeled A.
A. The nucleus.
B. The mitochondria.
C. The cell membrane.
D. The cytoplasm.

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