POST UTME UNIBEN 2018 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of Rule of Law in Nigeria is a fundamental principle of the country's legal system. Which of the following is a key feature of the rule of law?
A. The equality of all citizens before the law
B. The independence of the judiciary
C. The protection of individual rights and freedoms
D. The promotion of national security
Question 2
The concept of human rights is a fundamental principle of international law. Which of the following is one of the main categories of human rights?
A. Civil and political rights
B. Economic, social, and cultural rights
C. Environmental rights
D. Intellectual property rights
Question 3
The pre-colonial administration in Nigeria was characterized by a system of governance that was based on the concept of chieftaincy. Discuss the role of chieftaincy in the pre-colonial administration of Nigeria.
A. Chieftaincy played a significant role in the pre-colonial administration of Nigeria, and it was the primary means of governance.
B. Chieftaincy was a secondary means of governance in the pre-colonial administration of Nigeria, and it was not as significant as other forms of governance.
C. Chieftaincy was not a significant factor in the pre-colonial administration of Nigeria, and it was not a primary means of governance.
D. Chieftaincy was a means of governance in the pre-colonial administration of Nigeria, but it was not as effective as other forms of governance.
Question 4
The United Nations (UN) is an international organization that was established in the aftermath of World War II. Which of the following is one of the main purposes of the UN?
A. To promote economic development and cooperation among its member states
B. To maintain international peace and security
C. To protect human rights and promote social justice
D. To promote cultural exchange and understanding among its member states
Question 5
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is a regional economic community that was established in 1975. Which of the following is one of the main goals of ECOWAS?
A. To promote economic integration and cooperation among its member states
B. To maintain regional peace and security
C. To protect human rights and promote social justice
D. To promote cultural exchange and understanding among its member states
Question 6
The concept of international law is a set of rules and norms that govern the behavior of states and other international actors. Which of the following is a key principle of international law?
A. The principle of sovereignty
B. The principle of non-interference
C. The principle of self-determination
D. The principle of collective security
Question 7
The concept of the rule of law is central to the functioning of a democratic system of government. Which of the following best describes the core principle of the rule of law?
A. The idea that the government is above the law and can act with impunity
B. The idea that the law is supreme and applies equally to all citizens
C. The idea that the government has the power to make laws without consulting the people
D. The idea that the judiciary has the power to interpret the law as it sees fit
Question 8
The colonial administration in Nigeria was characterized by a system of governance that was based on the concept of indirect rule. Discuss the role of indirect rule in the colonial administration of Nigeria.
A. Indirect rule played a significant role in the colonial administration of Nigeria, and it was the primary means of governance.
B. Indirect rule was a secondary means of governance in the colonial administration of Nigeria, and it was not as significant as other forms of governance.
C. Indirect rule was not a significant factor in the colonial administration of Nigeria, and it was not a primary means of governance.
D. Indirect rule was a means of governance in the colonial administration of Nigeria, but it was not as effective as other forms of governance.
Question 9
The Nigerian Constitution of 1999 provides for a presidential system of government. Which of the following powers is exclusively vested in the President?
A. The power to appoint the Chief Justice of Nigeria
B. The power to dissolve the National Assembly
C. The power to declare a state of emergency
D. The power to grant pardons and reprieves
Question 10
The concept of separation of powers is a fundamental principle of democratic governance that divides power among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government. Which of the following is a key benefit of the separation of powers?
A. To prevent the abuse of power by the executive
B. To promote the accountability of government officials
C. To facilitate the passage of legislation
D. To ensure the independence of the judiciary
Question 11
The 1963 Republican Constitution of Nigeria was a product of which of the following constitutional development processes?
A. Constitutional Conference
B. Constitutional Amendment
C. Constitutional Revision
D. Constitutional Reform
Question 12
In the context of Nigerian politics, what is the relationship between the concept of authority and the concept of legitimacy?
A. Authority is a necessary condition for legitimacy, but it is not sufficient.
B. Legitimacy is a product of authority, and it is not possible to have one without the other.
C. Authority and legitimacy are separate concepts that do not necessarily relate to each other.
D. Legitimacy is a condition for authority, and it is not possible to have authority without legitimacy.
Question 13
The concept of human rights is a fundamental aspect of Nigeria's constitutional system. Explain how the Constitution protects the rights of citizens, using examples from the Bill of Rights.
A. The Constitution protects the right to life, liberty, and security of person through the Bill of Rights.
B. The Constitution protects the right to freedom of expression and association through the Bill of Rights.
C. The Constitution protects the right to equality and non-discrimination through the Bill of Rights.
D. The Constitution protects the right to education and healthcare through the Bill of Rights.
Question 14
The ECOWAS Protocol on Free Movement of Persons, Right of Residence and Right to Establish is a product of which of the following international organizations?
A. African Union (AU)
B. Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
C. United Nations (UN)
D. West African Monetary Union (WAMU)
Question 15
The concept of electoral systems is a crucial aspect of Nigeria's democratic system. Explain how the First-Past-The-Post (FPTP) system differs from the Proportional Representation (PR) system, using examples from Nigeria's electoral history.
A. The FPTP system is used in Nigeria's presidential elections, while the PR system is used in the country's parliamentary elections.
B. The FPTP system is used in Nigeria's parliamentary elections, while the PR system is used in the country's presidential elections.
C. The FPTP system is used in Nigeria's local government elections, while the PR system is used in the country's state elections.
D. The FPTP system is used in Nigeria's state elections, while the PR system is used in the country's local government elections.

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