POST UTME SUMMIT UNIVERSITY 2023 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of 'checks and balances' is a fundamental principle of which of the following forms of government?
A. Unitary
B. Federal
C. Confederate
D. Constitutional Monarchy
Question 2
The concept of pre-colonial administration in Nigeria refers to the systems of governance that existed before the arrival of European colonizers. Discuss the characteristics of these systems and their impact on the development of modern Nigeria.
A. Pre-colonial administration in Nigeria was characterized by the existence of powerful kingdoms and empires, which laid the foundation for modern Nigeria's political and economic development.
B. Pre-colonial administration in Nigeria was characterized by the existence of small, decentralized communities, which hindered the development of modern Nigeria's political and economic systems.
C. Pre-colonial administration in Nigeria was characterized by the existence of a strong, centralized state, which laid the foundation for modern Nigeria's political and economic development.
D. Pre-colonial administration in Nigeria was characterized by the existence of a weak, decentralized state, which hindered the development of modern Nigeria's political and economic systems.
Question 3
The concept of forms and systems of government refers to the different ways in which power is organized and exercised in a society. Discuss the characteristics of different forms of government and their impact on the development of modern Nigeria.
A. The characteristics of different forms of government include the distribution of power, the role of the executive, and the relationship between the government and the people.
B. The characteristics of different forms of government include the level of centralization, the role of the judiciary, and the relationship between the government and the economy.
C. The characteristics of different forms of government include the level of democracy, the role of the military, and the relationship between the government and the international community.
D. The characteristics of different forms of government include the level of federalism, the role of the states, and the relationship between the government and the local communities.
Question 4
The 'Pre-colonial Administration' in Nigeria was characterized by
A. Decentralized system of government
B. Centralized system of government
C. Feudal system of government
D. Monarchical system of government
Question 5
The United Nations (UN) is an international organization that promotes peace, security, and cooperation among its member states. Which of the following is a primary function of the UN?
A. To provide military aid to member states in times of conflict.
B. To promote economic development and cooperation among member states.
C. To maintain international peace and security, and to promote cooperation among member states.
D. To provide humanitarian aid to refugees and displaced persons.
Question 6
The 'Constitutional Development' in Nigeria has been influenced by
A. British Constitution
B. American Constitution
C. Indian Constitution
D. South African Constitution
Question 7
The concept of legitimacy in international relations is closely tied to the idea of authority. Discuss how the United Nations (UN) exercises its authority in the context of international law.
A. Through its Security Council resolutions
B. By enforcing its Charter provisions
C. Through its General Assembly resolutions
D. By imposing its will on member states
Question 8
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has been instrumental in promoting regional integration in West Africa. Discuss the role of ECOWAS in promoting economic cooperation among its member states.
A. Through its Common External Tariff (CET)
B. By promoting free movement of persons, goods, and services
C. Through its regional trade agreements
D. By establishing a regional central bank
Question 9
The concept of power in government is closely tied to the idea of authority. Discuss how the two concepts are related, using examples from the Nigerian government.
A. Power is the source of authority, while authority is the means of enforcing power.
B. Authority is the source of power, while power is the means of enforcing authority.
C. Power and authority are two separate concepts that are not related.
D. Power is a product of authority, while authority is a product of power.
Question 10
The concept of separation of powers in government is closely tied to the idea of checks and balances. Discuss how the two concepts are related, using examples from the Nigerian government.
A. Separation of powers is the source of checks and balances, while checks and balances are the means of enforcing separation of powers.
B. Checks and balances are the source of separation of powers, while separation of powers is the means of enforcing checks and balances.
C. Separation of powers and checks and balances are two separate concepts that are not related.
D. Separation of powers is a product of checks and balances, while checks and balances are a product of separation of powers.
Question 11
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is based on the principles of federalism. Discuss the implications of this for the distribution of power between the federal and state governments.
A. The federal government has the power to make laws on all matters except those that are specifically reserved for the states.
B. The states have the power to make laws on all matters except those that are specifically reserved for the federal government.
C. The federal government has the power to make laws on all matters, but the states have the power to implement them.
D. The states have the power to make laws on all matters, but the federal government has the power to approve them.
Question 12
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) was established in which year?
A. 1975
B. 1980
C. 1985
D. 1990
Question 13
The concept of legitimacy in government is closely tied to the idea of authority. Discuss how the two concepts are related, using examples from pre-colonial and colonial administration in Nigeria.
A. Legitimacy is the source of authority, while authority is the means of enforcing legitimacy.
B. Authority is the source of legitimacy, while legitimacy is the means of enforcing authority.
C. Legitimacy and authority are two separate concepts that are not related.
D. Legitimacy is a product of authority, while authority is a product of legitimacy.
Question 14
The 'Local Government' in Nigeria is responsible for
A. Providing basic amenities to the people
B. Collecting taxes from the people
C. Providing security to the people
D. Providing education to the people
Question 15
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has played a crucial role in promoting economic integration and cooperation among its member states. Discuss the role of ECOWAS in promoting economic development in West Africa.
A. ECOWAS has been successful in promoting economic development in West Africa through its trade agreements.
B. ECOWAS has failed to promote economic development in West Africa due to the lack of a common currency.
C. ECOWAS has played a crucial role in promoting economic integration and cooperation among its member states.
D. ECOWAS has no role in promoting economic development in West Africa.

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