POST UTME REDEEMERS UNIVERSITY 2022 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is based on which of the following principles?
A. Federalism
B. Unitarism
C. Confederalism
D. Parliamentarism
Question 2
A survey of 1000 Nigerians showed that 60% of them supported the death penalty, while 40% opposed it. If 8 people were randomly selected from this survey, what is the probability that at least 6 of them supported the death penalty?
A. 0.25
B. 0.30
C. 0.35
D. 0.40
Question 3
The 1960s and 1970s saw a significant increase in the number of African countries gaining independence from colonial rule. What was the main factor that contributed to this trend?
A. The rise of nationalism and anti-colonial movements
B. The decline of European colonial powers
C. The influence of the Cold War
D. The discovery of natural resources
Question 4
What is the primary function of the World Health Organization (WHO)?
A. To promote international trade
B. To regulate global economic policies
C. To provide emergency loans to countries in financial distress
D. To promote global health and well-being
Question 5
The Nigerian economy has experienced significant growth in recent years, driven by the oil and gas sector. What is the primary challenge facing the Nigerian economy?
A. Dependence on a single commodity
B. High inflation rate
C. High unemployment rate
D. Low economic growth rate
Question 6
The Nigerian government has implemented various policies to promote the use of renewable energy sources. Which of the following is a benefit of using solar energy?
A. It is a non-renewable energy source
B. It is a renewable energy source
C. It is a fossil fuel-based energy source
D. It is a nuclear energy source
Question 7
The National Population Commission (NPC) is responsible for which of the following?
A. Conducting the national census
B. Preparing the national budget
C. Appointing the President and Vice President
D. Appointing the Chief Justice of Nigeria
Question 8
The diagram below shows the structure of a plant cell. Identify the part labeled A.
A. Cell Wall
B. Cytoplasm
C. Nucleus
D. Mitochondria
Question 9
In the circuit below, what is the value of the current flowing through the 10 ohm resistor?
A. 1A
B. 2A
C. 3A
D. 4A
Question 10
The Nigerian government has implemented various policies to promote the use of information and communication technology (ICT). Which of the following is a benefit of using ICT?
A. It improves communication
B. It improves transportation
C. It improves education
D. It improves healthcare
Question 11
The 1963 Nigerian census was notable for which of the following reasons?
A. It was the first census to be conducted after Nigeria's independence
B. It was the first census to use a new methodology for counting the population
C. It was the first census to be conducted during a period of civil unrest
D. It was the first census to be conducted during a period of economic boom
Question 12
The concept of 'sustainable development' was first introduced in the 1987 report of the World Commission on Environment and Development. What is the main goal of sustainable development?
A. To reduce poverty and inequality
B. To protect the environment and conserve natural resources
C. To promote economic growth and development
D. To ensure global peace and security
Question 13
The 1976 Nigerian Constitution was notable for which of the following reasons?
A. It was the first constitution to be drafted after Nigeria's independence
B. It was the first constitution to establish a federal system of government
C. It was the first constitution to establish a presidential system of government
D. It was the first constitution to establish a parliamentary system of government
Question 14
The 1976 Nigerian Constitution was notable for which of the following reasons?
A. It was the first constitution to be drafted after Nigeria's independence
B. It was the first constitution to establish a federal system of government
C. It was the first constitution to establish a presidential system of government
D. It was the first constitution to establish a parliamentary system of government
Question 15
The 1963 Republican Convention in Lagos was a significant event in Nigerian political history. Which of the following was a major outcome of this convention?
A. The formation of the Nigerian People's Congress (NPC)
B. The emergence of Tafawa Balewa as the Prime Minister of Nigeria
C. The adoption of the 1963 Republican Constitution
D. The creation of the Western Region

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