POST UTME RHEMA UNIVERSITY 2025 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The 1963 Republican Convention in Lagos was a significant event in Nigerian politics because it marked the beginning of the end of the First Republic. What was the primary reason for the collapse of the First Republic?
A. The failure of the federal government to address the regional imbalances in revenue allocation.
B. The rise of ethnic and regional tensions that led to the secession of the Eastern Region.
C. The military coup led by General Aguiyi Ironsi in 1966.
D. The economic crisis caused by the decline in global commodity prices.
Question 2
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria provides for the creation of which of the following types of human rights bodies?
A. National Human Rights Commission (NHRC)
B. Human Rights Tribunals
C. Voter Registration Boards
D. Polling Station Committees
Question 3
A researcher is studying the effects of climate change on Nigerian agriculture. Which of the following is a likely consequence of climate change on Nigerian agriculture?
A. Increased crop yields due to warmer temperatures.
B. Decreased crop yields due to changing precipitation patterns.
C. Shifts in growing seasons due to altered temperature and precipitation patterns.
D. No impact on Nigerian agriculture due to climate change.
Question 4
The concept of 'Federal Character' is enshrined in which of the following provisions of the 1999 Constitution?
A. Section 14(3)
B. Section 15(3)
C. Section 42(1)
D. Section 153(1)
Question 5
A Nigerian company is considering investing in a new renewable energy project. Which of the following is a key benefit of investing in renewable energy?
A. Reduced greenhouse gas emissions.
B. Increased energy independence.
C. Improved air quality.
D. All of the above.
Question 6
The 'Economic Community of West African States' (ECOWAS) was established in which year?
A. 1970
B. 1975
C. 1980
D. 1985
Question 7
The diagram below shows the structure of a cell. What is the function of the mitochondria?
A. To synthesize proteins
B. To store genetic information
C. To generate energy for the cell
D. To regulate cell growth
Question 8
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is based on which of the following principles?
A. Federalism
B. Unitarism
C. Confederalism
D. Decentralization
Question 9
The concept of 'separation of powers' in the Nigerian Constitution is designed to promote which of the following?
A. Efficient governance
B. Effective governance
C. Responsive governance
D. Accountable governance
Question 10
The United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) aim to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure peace and prosperity for all. Which of the following SDGs is most closely related to the goal of protecting the planet?
A. SDG 1: No Poverty
B. SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
C. SDG 13: Climate Action
D. SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
Question 11
The concept of 'checks and balances' in the Nigerian Constitution is designed to prevent which of the following?
A. Abuse of power
B. Corruption
C. Injustice
D. Inequality
Question 12
The 'National Identity Management Commission' (NIMC) was established in which year?
A. 2007
B. 2008
C. 2009
D. 2010
Question 13
The 'National Population Commission' (NPC) was established in which year?
A. 1989
B. 1990
C. 1991
D. 1992
Question 14
The diagram below represents a cross-section of a Nigerian river. What is the likely effect of deforestation in the river's catchment area on the river's water quality?
A. The river's water quality will improve.
B. The river's water quality will remain unchanged.
C. The river's water quality will worsen.
D. The river's water quality will become unpredictable.
Question 15
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is a product of which of the following political processes?
A. Military Rule
B. Civilian Rule
C. Constitutional Conference
D. National Assembly

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