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Question 1
The concept of separation of powers is based on the idea that power should be divided among separate branches of government. Which of the following is an example of a power that is typically held by the executive branch?
A. The power to declare war
B. The power to make treaties
C. The power to appoint federal judges
D. The power to veto legislation
Question 2
The concept of Rule of Law is a fundamental principle of constitutional government. Which of the following is a characteristic of the Rule of Law?
A. The power of the government to make laws without consulting the people
B. The protection of individual rights and freedoms
C. The limitation of power to prevent abuse
D. The concentration of power in the hands of a single individual
Question 3
The concept of 'Pre-colonial administration' refers to the systems of governance and administration that existed in Africa before the arrival of European colonizers. Which of the following is a key characteristic of pre-colonial administration in Africa?
A. The use of centralized authority and bureaucratic systems
B. The use of decentralized authority and traditional systems
C. The use of military force and coercion
D. The use of economic incentives and trade
Question 4
What is the main difference between a constitutional monarchy and a parliamentary democracy?
A. The head of state is elected by the people
B. The head of state is appointed by the legislature
C. The head of state has limited powers
D. The head of state has absolute powers
Question 5
The pre-colonial administration of the Igbo people was characterized by a system of governance that was based on the idea of
A. Divine right of kings
B. Meritocracy
C. Elective monarchy
D. Council of elders
Question 6
The concept of 'Constitutionalism' in the context of International Relations refers to the idea that international law and institutions should be based on the principles of a constitution, which is a set of rules and norms that govern the behavior of states and other actors in the international system. Which of the following best describes the key features of a constitution in the context of international relations?
A. The constitution is a set of rules and norms that govern the behavior of states and other actors in the international system.
B. The constitution is a set of rules and norms that govern the behavior of states and other actors in the domestic system.
C. The constitution is a set of rules and norms that govern the behavior of international institutions and organizations.
D. The constitution is a set of rules and norms that govern the behavior of non-state actors in the international system.
Question 7
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria provides for the creation of which of the following types of local government councils?
A. Urban and rural councils
B. State and local councils
C. Federal and state councils
D. Local and metropolitan councils
Question 8
The concept of Separation of Powers is a fundamental principle of constitutional government. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Separation of Powers?
A. Concentration of power in the hands of a single individual
B. Distribution of power among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches
C. Limitation of power to prevent abuse
D. Redundancy of power to ensure efficiency
Question 9
The Nigerian Constitution provides for the protection of human rights. Which of the following rights is NOT guaranteed by the Constitution?
A. Right to life
B. Right to freedom of speech
C. Right to freedom from torture
D. Right to bear arms
Question 10
In a presidential system of government, what is the role of the vice president?
A. To serve as the head of state
B. To serve as the head of government
C. To serve as the president's advisor
D. To serve as the president's deputy
Question 11
The concept of 'Constitutionalism' in the context of International Relations refers to the idea that international law and institutions should be based on the principles of a constitution, which is a set of rules and norms that govern the behavior of states and other actors in the international system. Which of the following best describes the key features of a constitution in the context of international relations?
A. The constitution is a set of rules and norms that govern the behavior of states and other actors in the international system.
B. The constitution is a set of rules and norms that govern the behavior of states and other actors in the domestic system.
C. The constitution is a set of rules and norms that govern the behavior of international institutions and organizations.
D. The constitution is a set of rules and norms that govern the behavior of non-state actors in the international system.
Question 12
In a democratic system, which of the following is an example of a type of electoral system?
A. Proportional representation
B. First-past-the-post
C. Single transferable vote
D. Mixed-member proportional
Question 13
The 1963 Republican Constitution of Nigeria provided for a federal system of government. Which of the following was a key feature of this system?
A. A strong central government with significant powers.
B. A weak central government with limited powers.
C. A system of government where power is divided between the federal and state governments.
D. A system of government where power is concentrated in the hands of the president.
Question 14
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria provides for a presidential system of government. Which of the following is a key feature of this system?
A. Separation of powers between the executive, legislative, and judicial branches.
B. A strong president with significant executive powers.
C. A parliamentary system with a prime minister as head of government.
D. A federal system with a strong central government.
Question 15
The concept of authority in the context of political science refers to the right to make decisions and enforce them on others. Which of the following is an example of authority?
A. The ability of a government to make laws.
B. The ability of a business to make decisions about its operations.
C. The ability of a person to make a decision without input from others.
D. The ability of a government to provide public goods and services.

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