POST UTME UNILAG 2021 Government | Objective

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Question 1
A government has a constitution that guarantees freedom of speech. Which of the following is a consequence of this guarantee?
A. The government can censor the media
B. The government can restrict public gatherings
C. Citizens have the right to express their opinions freely
D. The government can impose strict penalties for dissent
Question 2
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has implemented several policies to promote regional integration. Which of the following is a key benefit of ECOWAS membership?
A. Increased access to regional markets and trade opportunities
B. Improved security and stability through collective defense
C. Enhanced economic development and cooperation among member states
D. Increased dependence on external aid and assistance
Question 3
The concept of legitimacy in government refers to the idea that a government derives its authority from the consent of the governed. Which of the following is a key factor in determining the legitimacy of a government?
A. The government's ability to maintain order and stability
B. The government's ability to provide public goods and services
C. The government's respect for the rights and freedoms of its citizens
D. The government's ability to collect taxes
Question 4
The concept of forms of government refers to the different ways in which power is organized and exercised. Which of the following is a characteristic of a democracy?
A. It is based on a system of aristocracy
B. It is based on a system of monarchy
C. It is based on a system of direct participation
D. It is based on a system of representative government
Question 5
In a system of government where power is divided between the central government and the constituent units, which of the following is a characteristic of the constituent units?
A. They have the power to make laws
B. They have the power to collect taxes
C. They have a significant degree of autonomy
D. They are subject to the authority of the central government
Question 6
The concept of 'subsidiarity' in the European Union (EU) refers to the principle that decisions should be taken at the lowest level of government possible. Which of the following is an example of subsidiarity in action?
A. The EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP)
B. The EU's Single Market
C. The EU's Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP)
D. The EU's Regional Policy
Question 7
The concept of human rights is a cornerstone of modern international law. Which of the following is a key principle of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)?
A. The right to life, liberty, and security of person
B. The right to freedom of speech, assembly, and association
C. The right to a fair trial and equal protection under the law
D. The right to participate in government and public life
Question 8
The concept of 'sovereignty' in international relations refers to the supreme authority of a state over its territory and people. Which of the following is an example of a state that has surrendered some of its sovereignty to an international organization?
A. The United States and the International Monetary Fund (IMF)
B. The United Kingdom and the European Union (EU)
C. France and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)
D. Germany and the World Trade Organization (WTO)
Question 9
In the context of international organizations, what is the primary function of the United Nations (UN) Security Council?
A. To promote economic development and cooperation among member states
B. To maintain international peace and security
C. To provide humanitarian aid and disaster relief
D. To promote human rights and democracy
Question 10
The concept of 'checks and balances' is a feature of which of the following forms of government?
A. Monarchy
B. Dictatorship
C. Federal Republic
D. Constitutional Monarchy
Question 11
The United Nations has five permanent members with veto power. Which of the following is NOT one of them?
A. China
B. France
C. Russia
D. Japan
Question 12
The African Union's (AU) primary goal is to promote economic, political, and social integration among its member states. Which of the following is a key mechanism for achieving this goal?
A. The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)
B. The African Monetary Union (AMU)
C. The African Peace and Security Council (APSC)
D. The African Development Bank (ADB)
Question 13
The concept of legitimacy in government refers to the acceptance of a political entity's authority by its citizens. Which of the following best describes the relationship between legitimacy and power?
A. Legitimacy is a necessary condition for power, but not a sufficient one.
B. Power is a necessary condition for legitimacy, but not a sufficient one.
C. Legitimacy and power are interchangeable concepts.
D. Legitimacy is a sufficient condition for power, but not a necessary one.
Question 14
A country has a unicameral legislature with 100 members. If 3/5 of the members are present, how many members are present?
A. 60
B. 80
C. 100
D. 120
Question 15
The concept of separation of powers is rooted in the idea of preventing the concentration of power in a single branch of government. Which of the following is a key feature of this concept?
A. Checks and balances
B. Separation of powers among the executive, legislative, and judicial branches
C. The power of the people to amend the constitution
D. The concept of federalism

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