POST UTME SKYLINE UNIVERSITY 2019 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of checks and balances in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing the concentration of power in the hands of one person or institution. Which of the following is NOT a mechanism of checks and balances?
A. Separation of Powers
B. Independent Judiciary
Correct C. Federal Character Principle
D. Judicial Review

Correct Answer: C

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Question 2
The diagram below shows the structure of the United Nations Security Council. Which of the following is a permanent member of the Security Council?
Correct A. China
B. France
C. Russia
D. United Kingdom

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3
The concept of federal character in the Nigerian Constitution is aimed at promoting national unity and integration. Which of the following is a principle of federal character?
Correct A. Proportionate Representation
B. Geographical Representation
C. Cultural Representation
D. Economic Representation

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
The diagram below shows the structure of the Nigerian Federal Government. Which of the following is a function of the Executive Arm?
A. Legislation
B. Judicial Review
Correct C. Executive Action
D. Appropriation

Correct Answer: C

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Question 5
The concept of separation of powers in the Nigerian Constitution is aimed at preventing the concentration of power in the hands of one person or institution. Which of the following is a branch of government that exercises judicial power?
A. Legislative Arm
B. Executive Arm
Correct C. Judicial Arm
D. Independent Judiciary

Correct Answer: C

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Question 6
The concept of 'Constitutionalism' in the context of Public Administration refers to the idea that the Constitution should be the supreme law of the land, and that all other laws and institutions should be subordinate to it. Which of the following best describes the implications of this concept?
A. The Constitution should be amended frequently to reflect changing societal values.
Correct B. The Constitution should be the supreme law of the land, and all other laws and institutions should be subordinate to it.
C. The Constitution should be interpreted by the judiciary in a way that is consistent with the principles of constitutionalism.
D. The Constitution should be the sole source of authority for the government, and all other sources of authority should be abolished.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 7
In the context of Foreign Policy, what is the primary goal of a country's 'Diplomatic Corps'?
A. To negotiate trade agreements with other countries.
Correct B. To promote the country's national interests abroad.
C. To provide humanitarian aid to countries in need.
D. To conduct espionage on other countries.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 8
In the context of Public Administration, what is the primary function of a 'Bureaucracy'?
A. To provide a framework for decision-making in the government.
Correct B. To implement policies and programs on behalf of the government.
C. To provide a check on the power of the executive branch.
D. To provide a source of revenue for the government.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 9
In the context of Electoral Systems, what is the primary advantage of a 'Proportional Representation' system?
A. It ensures that the party with the most votes wins the election.
B. It provides a more accurate representation of the popular vote.
Correct C. It allows for a more diverse range of parties to be represented in the government.
D. It reduces the influence of money in politics.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 10
In the context of Rule of Law and Human Rights, what is the primary purpose of a 'Bill of Rights'?
A. To provide a framework for the government to exercise its power.
Correct B. To protect the rights and freedoms of citizens.
C. To provide a source of revenue for the government.
D. To promote national security.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11
The concept of Separation of Powers in a democratic system is rooted in the idea of checks and balances. Which of the following is a key feature of this system?
Correct A. Independent branches of government
B. Concurrent powers between the executive and legislative branches
C. A strong central authority
D. A unicameral legislative system

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
The United Nations (UN) is an international organization that promotes peace and security among its member states. Which of the following is one of the main purposes of the UN?
A. To promote economic development and cooperation
Correct B. To maintain international peace and security
C. To protect human rights and promote social justice
D. To provide humanitarian aid and disaster relief

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13
The concept of checks and balances in a democratic system is designed to prevent any one branch of government from becoming too powerful. Which of the following is an example of a check on the power of the executive branch?
Correct 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 legislature
D. The power of the executive branch to appoint judges

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is a regional economic community that aims to promote economic integration and cooperation among its member states. Which of the following is one of the main goals of ECOWAS?
Correct A. To promote economic development and cooperation
B. To maintain regional peace and security
C. To protect human rights and promote social justice
D. To provide humanitarian aid and disaster relief

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
The concept of pre-colonial administration in Africa refers to the systems of governance that existed in Africa before the arrival of European colonizers. Which of the following is an example of a pre-colonial administrative system in Africa?
Correct A. The Ashanti Empire
B. The Zulu Kingdom
C. The Kingdom of Kongo
D. The Hausa Kingdom

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
The concept of federal character in Nigeria's constitution is primarily aimed at promoting which of the following?
Correct A. Regional balance
B. Ethnic diversity
C. Religious tolerance
D. Cultural homogeneity

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
The 1963 Republican Constitution of Nigeria was a product of which of the following constitutional conferences?
Correct A. London Constitutional Conference
B. Abuja Constitutional Conference
C. Lagos Constitutional Conference
D. Ibadan Constitutional Conference

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
The concept of 'checks and balances' in a constitutional democracy is primarily aimed at preventing which of the following?
Correct A. Executive overreach
B. Legislative overreach
C. Judicial overreach
D. Bureaucratic overreach

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is based on which of the following philosophical principles?
Correct A. Social contract theory
B. Natural law theory
C. Utilitarianism
D. Liberalism

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The concept of 'separation of powers' in a constitutional democracy is primarily aimed at preventing which of the following?
A. Executive overreach
B. Legislative overreach
Correct C. Judicial overreach
D. Bureaucratic overreach

Correct Answer: C

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Question 21
The concept of 'soft power' in international relations was first introduced by which of the following scholars?
Correct A. Joseph Nye
B. Robert Keohane
C. Stephen Walt
D. John Mearsheimer

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is based on which of the following principles?
Correct A. Federalism
B. Unitarism
C. Confederalism
D. Consociationalism

Correct Answer: A

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Question 23
The concept of 'public interest' in public administration refers to the interests of which of the following groups?
Correct A. The general public
B. Special interest groups
C. Government officials
D. Private sector organizations

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) was established in which year?
Correct A. 1975
B. 1980
C. 1985
D. 1990

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
The concept of 'pluralism' in political science refers to the idea that power is held by which of the following groups?
A. The government
Correct B. Special interest groups
C. The general public
D. Private sector organizations

Correct Answer: B

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