Practice Post UTME RSU government 2018 Past Questions

Question 1

The United Nations (UN) is an international organization that was established in the aftermath of World War II. Which of the following best describes the primary purpose of the UN?

A. To promote economic development and cooperation among its member states.

B. To maintain international peace and security.

C. To provide humanitarian aid to countries in need.

D. To promote cultural exchange and understanding among its member states.

Question 2

The concept of constitutional development is closely related to the idea of governance. Discuss the relationship between constitutional development and governance, and explain how they are reflected in the Nigerian Constitution.

A. Constitutional development is a process of changing the constitution to reflect the changing needs of the society.

B. Constitutional development is a process of making new laws to reflect the changing needs of the society.

C. Constitutional development is a process of enforcing the existing laws to reflect the changing needs of the society.

D. Constitutional development is a process of advising the government on policy matters to reflect the changing needs of the society.

Question 3

The concept of legitimacy is closely related to the idea of authority. Discuss the relationship between legitimacy and authority, and explain how they are reflected in the Nigerian Constitution.

A. Legitimacy is the right to make decisions, while authority is the ability to make decisions.

B. Legitimacy is the ability to make decisions, while authority is the right to make decisions.

C. Legitimacy is the ability to enforce decisions, while authority is the right to make decisions.

D. Legitimacy is the right to enforce decisions, while authority is the ability to make decisions.

Question 4

The concept of constitutionalism in Nigeria is rooted in the country's colonial past. Which of the following best describes the impact of colonialism on Nigeria's constitutional development?

A. Colonialism introduced a rigid and inflexible constitution that hindered Nigeria's democratic development.

B. Colonialism imposed a constitution that prioritized the interests of the colonial power over those of the indigenous population.

C. Colonialism facilitated the adoption of a constitution that promoted the principles of democracy and human rights.

D. Colonialism had no significant impact on Nigeria's constitutional development.

Question 5

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 its authority in a democratic system.

A. The manner in which authority is exercised has no impact on the legitimacy of a government in a democratic system.

B. The manner in which authority is exercised can impact the legitimacy of a government in a democratic system, but it is not the sole determining factor.

C. The manner in which authority is exercised is the primary factor in determining a government's legitimacy in a democratic system.

D. The legitimacy of a government in a democratic system is solely determined by its ability to maintain power.

Question 6

The Nigerian Constitution provides for a system of local government. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of a system of local government, and explain how it is reflected in the Nigerian Constitution.

A. A system of local government provides for a decentralized system of government, where power is divided between the federal and state governments.

B. A system of local government provides for a centralized system of government, where power is concentrated in the federal government.

C. A system of local government provides for a system of government where the local governments have absolute power.

D. A system of local government provides for a system of government where the state governments have absolute power.

Question 7

A political party is a group of people who share similar political beliefs and goals. Which of the following best describes the primary function of a political party?

A. To provide a platform for individuals to express their opinions on current events.

B. To advocate for the interests of a particular group or class of people.

C. To provide a means for citizens to participate in the electoral process.

D. To serve as a check on the power of the executive branch.

Question 8

The concept of power in political systems is closely tied to the idea of authority. Discuss how the distribution of power can impact the legitimacy of a government.

A. The distribution of power has no impact on the legitimacy of a government.

B. The distribution of power can impact the legitimacy of a government, but it is not the sole determining factor.

C. The distribution of power is the primary factor in determining a government's legitimacy.

D. The legitimacy of a government is solely determined by its ability to maintain power.

Question 9

The concept of separation of powers is rooted in the idea of checks and balances. What is the primary purpose of this system?

A. To prevent any one branch of government from becoming too powerful

B. To ensure that the head of state is also the head of government

C. To promote efficiency and speed in decision-making

D. To reduce the role of the judiciary

Question 10

The concept of power is closely related to the idea of authority. Discuss the relationship between power and authority, and explain how they are reflected in the Nigerian Constitution.

A. Power is the ability to make decisions, while authority is the right to make decisions.

B. Power is the right to make decisions, while authority is the ability to make decisions.

C. Power is the ability to enforce decisions, while authority is the right to make decisions.

D. Power is the right to enforce decisions, while authority is the ability to make decisions.

Question 11

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) was established in 1975 to promote economic integration among its member states. Discuss the role of ECOWAS in promoting regional economic cooperation in West Africa.

A. ECOWAS has been successful in promoting regional economic cooperation in West Africa, with notable achievements in trade liberalization and infrastructure development.

B. ECOWAS has failed to promote regional economic cooperation in West Africa, due to lack of commitment from member states.

C. ECOWAS has played a significant role in promoting regional economic cooperation in West Africa, but its efforts have been hindered by external factors such as global economic downturns.

D. ECOWAS has not played a significant role in promoting regional economic cooperation in West Africa, due to internal conflicts among member states.

Question 12

In a country with a presidential system of government, what is the role of the vice president?

A. To serve as the head of state in the absence of the president

B. To act as the head of government in the absence of the president

C. To serve as the chief advisor to the president

D. To preside over the legislative branch

Question 13

Explain the concept of 'Forms of Government' using the examples of a monarchy, a republic, and a dictatorship.

A. A system of government where power is held by a single individual

B. A system of government where power is held by a group of individuals

C. A system of government where power is held by the people

D. A system of government where power is held by a small group of individuals

Question 14

The concept of constitutionalism is closely related to the idea of the rule of law. Discuss the relationship between constitutionalism and the rule of law, and explain how they are reflected in the Nigerian Constitution.

A. Constitutionalism is a system of government where the constitution is supreme, and the rule of law is enforced by the judiciary.

B. The rule of law is a principle that ensures that the government and citizens are subject to the law, while constitutionalism is a system of government where the constitution is the supreme law.

C. Constitutionalism is a system of government where the constitution is the supreme law, and the rule of law is enforced by the executive branch.

D. The rule of law is a principle that ensures that the government and citizens are subject to the law, while constitutionalism is a system of government where the constitution is not the supreme law.

Question 15

Describe the pre-colonial administration of the Hausa Kingdoms, highlighting their system of governance and social organization.

A. A decentralized system with a strong emphasis on local autonomy

B. A centralized system with a strong emphasis on imperial authority

C. A feudal system with a strong emphasis on nobility and aristocracy

D. A theocratic system with a strong emphasis on Islamic law

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