POST UTME RHEMA UNIVERSITY 2025 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of 'human rights' is a fundamental principle of constitutional development in Nigeria. Which of the following is a right guaranteed by the 1999 Constitution?
A. The right to life
B. The right to freedom of speech
C. The right to a fair trial
D. The right to vote
Question 2
The African Union has been criticized for its slow response to humanitarian crises in various parts of the continent. Discuss the role of the AU in preventing humanitarian crises and suggest ways in which it can improve its performance.
A. The AU has a significant role in preventing humanitarian crises, but its slow response is due to a lack of resources.
B. The AU has a limited role in preventing humanitarian crises, and its slow response is due to a lack of political will.
C. The AU has no role in preventing humanitarian crises, and its slow response is due to a lack of international cooperation.
D. The AU has a significant role in preventing humanitarian crises, and its slow response is due to a lack of effective leadership.
Question 3
The concept of checks and balances in a system of government is designed to prevent
A. The concentration of power in one branch of government
B. The abuse of power by the executive branch
C. The override of the legislative branch by the judiciary
D. The limitation of the power of the legislative branch
Question 4
The concept of 'legitimacy' in government refers to the acceptance of authority by the people. Which of the following is a factor that contributes to the legitimacy of a government?
A. The government's ability to maintain order and stability
B. The government's ability to provide economic benefits to its citizens
C. The government's ability to protect its citizens' human rights
D. The government's ability to impose its will on its citizens
Question 5
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is based on which of the following principles?
A. Separation of Powers
B. Rule of Law
C. Federal Character
D. Principle of Subsidiarity
Question 6
The system of government in which power is held by the people and exercised through elected representatives is known as
A. Democracy
B. Dictatorship
C. Monarchy
D. Theocracy
Question 7
The concept of 'foreign policy' in government refers to the actions and decisions of a country in its interactions with other countries. Which of the following is a goal of foreign policy?
A. To promote economic development
B. To promote cultural exchange
C. To promote national security
D. To promote international cooperation
Question 8
The concept of federalism is a system of government in which power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units. Which of the following is an example of a federal system of government?
A. The United States of America
B. The United Kingdom
C. The Russian Federation
D. The People's Republic of China
Question 9
The concept of political parties in Nigeria is rooted in the country's colonial past. Discuss the impact of British colonial rule on the development of political parties in Nigeria.
A. The British colonial rule led to the imposition of a rigid and authoritarian system of governance that suppressed the rights of Nigerians.
B. The British colonial rule introduced the concept of political parties to Nigeria, which has since been adapted and modified to suit the country's needs.
C. The British colonial rule had little impact on the development of political parties in Nigeria, as the country's pre-colonial systems of governance were largely preserved.
D. The British colonial rule led to the creation of a system of governance that was tailored to the interests of the colonial powers, rather than the needs of the Nigerian people.
Question 10
The public administration system in Nigeria is characterized by a high degree of bureaucratic complexity. Which of the following is a key challenge facing public administrators in Nigeria?
A. Corruption
B. Inefficient service delivery
C. Lack of accountability
D. All of the above
Question 11
The concept of legitimacy in political systems is closely tied to the idea of authority. Discuss how the legitimacy of a government can be affected by the manner in which it exercises authority.
A. Legitimacy is solely dependent on the authority exercised by the government.
B. The manner in which authority is exercised can affect the legitimacy of the government, but it is not the sole determining factor.
C. Legitimacy is not affected by the manner in which authority is exercised.
D. The legitimacy of a government is solely determined by its authority, regardless of how it is exercised.
Question 12
In a parliamentary system of government, what is the role of the monarch?
A. To serve as head of state
B. To serve as head of government
C. To appoint judges
D. To dissolve parliament
Question 13
The concept of local government in Nigeria is rooted in the country's colonial past. Which of the following is a key feature of local government in Nigeria?
A. The existence of a strong central government
B. The existence of a weak central government
C. The existence of a decentralized system of government
D. The existence of a federal system of government
Question 14
The concept of separation of powers is a system of government in which power is divided among separate branches. Which of the following is an example of a check on the executive branch?
A. The power of the legislative branch to impeach the president
B. The power of the judiciary to declare laws unconstitutional
C. The power of the executive to veto legislation
D. The power of the legislative branch to approve presidential appointments
Question 15
The concept of 'checks and balances' in a democratic government is designed to prevent the concentration of power in the hands of one individual or institution. Which of the following is an example of a check on the power of the executive branch?
A. The power of the legislative branch to impeach the president
B. The power of the judicial branch to declare laws unconstitutional
C. The power of the executive branch to veto laws passed by the legislative branch
D. The power of the executive branch to appoint judges

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