POST UTME OSUSTECH 2024 Government | Objective

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Question 1
A country's foreign policy is shaped by its national interests, which are influenced by its political, economic, and social factors. What is the primary factor that determines a country's national interests?
A. Geography
B. Economy
C. Culture
D. History
Question 2
The concept of separation of powers in a system of government involves the division of power among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches. Which of the following is a characteristic of separation of powers?
A. Concentration of Power
B. Separation of Powers
C. Checks and Balances
D. Unitary System
Question 3
The African Union (AU) has a unique approach to regional integration. Which of the following is a key feature of this approach?
A. The promotion of economic integration and cooperation
B. The establishment of a regional peacekeeping force
C. The creation of a single currency
D. The adoption of a common language
Question 4
The concept of legitimacy in government refers to
A. The right to govern
B. The power to govern
C. The authority to govern
D. The ability to govern
Question 5
The concept of separation of powers is a fundamental principle of democratic governance. Which of the following is a key characteristic of this principle?
A. The concentration of power in a single branch of government.
B. The division of power among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches.
C. The elimination of checks and balances among the branches.
D. The establishment of a single head of state.
Question 6
The concept of power is closely tied to the idea of authority. Discuss how power is exercised in a democratic system of government.
A. Power is exercised through the use of force
B. Power is exercised through the use of persuasion
C. Power is exercised through the use of coercion
D. Power is exercised through the use of negotiation
Question 7
In a federal system of government, what is the primary function of the legislative branch?
A. To make laws
B. To enforce laws
C. To interpret laws
D. To appoint judges
Question 8
In a proportional representation electoral system, the number of seats each party wins is based on
A. The number of votes each party receives
B. The percentage of votes each party receives
C. The number of candidates each party fields
D. The number of seats each party already holds
Question 9
In a parliamentary system of government, the head of government is the
A. President
B. Prime Minister
C. Speaker of the House
D. Chief Justice
Question 10
The concept of legitimacy is closely tied to the idea of authority. Discuss how the legitimacy of a government is affected by the level of authority it exercises over its citizens.
A. Legitimacy is directly proportional to the level of authority exercised.
B. Legitimacy is inversely proportional to the level of authority exercised.
C. Legitimacy is not affected by the level of authority exercised.
D. Legitimacy is only affected by the level of authority exercised in extreme cases.
Question 11
In a federal system of government, what is the primary function of the legislative branch in relation to the executive branch?
A. To provide oversight and ensure accountability
B. To provide funding and resources for executive branch initiatives
C. To provide advice and guidance to the executive branch
D. To declare war and make treaties
Question 12
The concept of power is closely tied to the idea of authority. Discuss how power is exercised in a democratic system of government.
A. Power is exercised through the use of force
B. Power is exercised through the use of persuasion
C. Power is exercised through the use of coercion
D. Power is exercised through the use of negotiation
Question 13
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has a unique approach to conflict resolution. Which of the following is a key feature of this approach?
A. The use of military force
B. The establishment of a truth and reconciliation commission
C. The promotion of economic integration and cooperation
D. The creation of a regional peacekeeping force
Question 14
The United Nations' primary goal is to maintain international peace and security, as stated in Article 1 of the UN Charter. Which of the following is a key mechanism for achieving this goal?
A. Peacekeeping missions
B. Sanctions and economic embargoes
C. Diplomatic negotiations and mediation
D. Military intervention
Question 15
In a presidential system of government, the president serves as both the head of state and the head of government
A. True
B. False
C. Sometimes
D. It depends

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