Practice Post UTME SUMMIT UNIVERSITY government 2018 Past Questions

Question 1

The concept of Separation of Powers is a fundamental principle of democratic governance. Which of the following best describes the relationship between the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government?

A. The legislative branch makes laws, the executive branch enforces laws, and the judicial branch interprets laws.

B. The executive branch makes laws, the legislative branch enforces laws, and the judicial branch interprets laws.

C. The judicial branch makes laws, the executive branch enforces laws, and the legislative branch interprets laws.

D. The legislative branch enforces laws, the executive branch interprets laws, and the judicial branch makes laws.

Question 2

The 'New Public Management' approach to public administration emphasizes

A. The Importance of Bureaucratic Efficiency

B. The Role of Market Mechanisms in Service Delivery

C. The Need for Decentralization and Community Participation

D. The Importance of Technocratic Expertise

Question 3

In a federal system of government, what is the primary function of the legislative branch?

A. To make laws

B. To enforce laws

C. To interpret laws

D. To appoint judges

Question 4

The concept of rule of law is central to the functioning of a democratic government. Which of the following is a key principle of the rule of law?

A. The government has absolute power to make laws

B. The government must respect the rights of citizens

C. The government can suspend the constitution in times of crisis

D. The government has the power to detain citizens without trial

Question 5

In a presidential system of government, what is the primary role of the president?

A. To serve as the head of state and government

B. To serve as the head of state only

C. To serve as the head of government only

D. To serve as the head of the legislature

Question 6

The concept of sovereignty in international relations is closely related to which of the following?

A. Treaties

B. Diplomacy

C. Nationalism

D. Imperialism

Question 7

The concept of authority is closely related to the concept of power, but it is not the same thing. Authority refers to the legitimate right to exercise power over others. Which of the following statements best captures the difference between power and authority?

A. Power is the ability to exercise control over others, while authority is the right to exercise control over others.

B. Power is the ability to shape the behavior of others, while authority is the ability to resist the influence of others.

C. Power is the ability to exercise control over others, while authority is the legitimate right to exercise power over others.

D. Power is the ability to resist the influence of others, while authority is the ability to shape the behavior of others.

Question 8

The concept of 'pre-colonial administration' refers to the systems of governance that existed in Africa before the arrival of European colonizers. Which of the following is a key characteristic of pre-colonial administration?

A. The use of written constitutions and laws

B. The existence of centralized governments and bureaucracies

C. The use of traditional leaders and councils

D. The absence of any system of governance

Question 9

The concept of 'checks and balances' in a system of government is closely related to which of the following?

A. Separation of Powers

B. Federalism

C. Unitary System

D. Constitutional Monarchy

Question 10

The concept of constitutional development in Nigeria is closely related to the concept of power, authority, and legitimacy. Which of the following statements best captures the relationship between constitutional development and the concepts of power, authority, and legitimacy?

A. Constitutional development in Nigeria is the process of establishing a legitimate authority to exercise power over others.

B. Constitutional development in Nigeria is the process of shaping the behavior of others through a combination of coercion, persuasion, and manipulation.

C. Constitutional development in Nigeria is the process of resisting the influence of others through non-cooperation or non-compliance.

D. Constitutional development in Nigeria is the process of exercising control over others through a legitimate right to power.

Question 11

The concept of International Relations refers to the interactions between different countries and governments. Which of the following is an example of a type of international organization?

A. A non-governmental organization (NGO).

B. A government agency.

C. A multinational corporation.

D. A regional economic community (REC).

Question 12

The concept of 'public administration' refers to the implementation of government policies and programs. Which of the following is a key principle of public administration?

A. The principle of efficiency and effectiveness

B. The principle of equity and fairness

C. The principle of accountability and transparency

D. The principle of secrecy and confidentiality

Question 13

The 'Bureaucratic Model' of public administration is characterized by

A. A Strong Emphasis on Merit-Based Recruitment

B. A Weak Emphasis on Decentralization and Community Participation

C. A Strong Emphasis on Bureaucratic Efficiency

D. A Weak Emphasis on Technocratic Expertise

Question 14

In a federal system of government, what is the relationship between the central government and the constituent units?

A. The central government has absolute authority over the constituent units

B. The constituent units have absolute authority over the central government

C. The central government and the constituent units share power and authority

D. The constituent units are independent and sovereign

Question 15

In a democratic system of government, what is the role of an independent judiciary?

A. To make laws

B. To enforce laws

C. To interpret laws and protect individual rights

D. To appoint judges

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