Practice Post UTME RHEMA UNIVERSITY government 2017 Past Questions

Question 1

The concept of authority in political science refers to the legitimate right to make decisions and enforce rules. Discuss the different types of authority and how they are exercised in different contexts.

A. Authority can be exercised through formal or informal means.

B. Authority can only be exercised through formal means.

C. Authority can only be exercised through informal means.

D. Authority is not exercised through either formal or informal means.

Question 2

The Nigerian Constitution provides for the protection of individual rights and freedoms. Which of the following rights is guaranteed by the Constitution?

A. The right to freedom of speech

B. The right to freedom of assembly

C. The right to freedom of association

D. The right to freedom of the press

Question 3

The concept of legitimacy in international relations refers to the

A. acceptance of a state's authority by its citizens

B. recognition of a state's sovereignty by other states

C. compliance with international law and norms

D. exercise of power without accountability

Question 4

The concept of legitimacy in international relations refers to the

A. acceptance of a state's authority by its citizens

B. recognition of a state's sovereignty by other states

C. compliance with international law and norms

D. exercise of power without accountability

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

The concept of power in political systems is often associated with the ability to influence decision-making. Discuss the different types of power, using examples from the Nigerian political system.

A. Power is the ability to influence decision-making, and it can be exercised in various ways.

B. Power is the ability to control resources, and it is exercised through coercion.

C. Power is the ability to make decisions, and it is exercised through authority.

D. Power is the ability to influence public opinion, and it is exercised through propaganda.

Question 7

The concept of federalism in Nigeria is based on the idea of power being divided between the federal government and the states. What is the primary advantage of federalism in Nigeria?

A. To promote national unity

B. To ensure that power is concentrated in the hands of the federal government

C. To provide for the representation of states in the federal government

D. To promote economic development

Question 8

The concept of 'human rights' is a fundamental principle of international law. Which of the following is a key feature of human rights?

A. Human rights are absolute and cannot be limited by any circumstances.

B. Human rights are universal and apply to all individuals regardless of their nationality or residence.

C. Human rights are only applicable in times of peace and not in times of war.

D. Human rights are only applicable to citizens of a particular country and not to foreigners.

Question 9

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is responsible for conducting elections in Nigeria. What is the primary responsibility of INEC in the electoral process?

A. To register voters

B. To conduct elections

C. To declare election results

D. To investigate electoral disputes

Question 10

The United Nations (UN) has implemented various policies to promote human rights, including the

A. Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)

B. International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR)

C. Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC)

D. Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW)

Question 11

The concept of 'local government' is a key aspect of public administration. Which of the following is a key feature of local government?

A. Local government is only concerned with the provision of public services to citizens.

B. Local government is a type of government that is responsible for making laws and policies.

C. Local government is responsible for promoting economic development and job creation in a particular area.

D. Local government is only concerned with the collection of taxes and fees from citizens.

Question 12

The concept of 'foreign policy' refers to the actions and decisions taken by a government to promote its national interests abroad. Which of the following is a key component of foreign policy?

A. Diplomacy

B. Economic aid

C. Military intervention

D. Cultural exchange

Question 13

The African Union's (AU) role in promoting regional integration and economic development is exemplified by its

A. African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)

B. New Partnership for Africa's Development (NEPAD)

C. African Peace and Security Architecture (APSA)

D. African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance (ACDEG)

Question 14

The concept of legitimacy in political science refers to the acceptance of a political system or institution by its citizens. Discuss the different types of legitimacy and how they are achieved in different contexts.

A. Legitimacy can be achieved through democratic or authoritarian means.

B. Legitimacy can only be achieved through democratic means.

C. Legitimacy can only be achieved through authoritarian means.

D. Legitimacy is not achieved through either democratic or authoritarian means.

Question 15

The African Union's (AU) role in promoting regional integration and economic development is exemplified by its

A. African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)

B. New Partnership for Africa's Development (NEPAD)

C. African Peace and Security Architecture (APSA)

D. African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance (ACDEG)

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