POST UTME UNILORIN 2018 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of foreign policy is a critical aspect of a country's international relations. Discuss how foreign policy affects the country's national interest.
A. Foreign policy strengthens the country's national interest.
B. Foreign policy weakens the country's national interest.
C. Foreign policy has no impact on the country's national interest.
D. Foreign policy is irrelevant in the country's national interest.
Question 2
The concept of separation of powers is rooted in the idea of checks and balances. Which of the following is a primary mechanism for ensuring that no single branch of government becomes too powerful?
A. Impeachment
B. Judicial review
C. Legislative override
D. Executive veto
Question 3
In the context of foreign policy, what is the primary goal of a country's diplomatic efforts?
A. To promote economic development
B. To maintain international peace and security
C. To protect national interests
D. To promote cultural exchange
Question 4
A political party in Nigeria has a constitution that outlines its objectives, membership requirements, and leadership structure. What is the primary purpose of this constitution?
A. To establish the party's ideology and values.
B. To define the party's organizational structure and leadership roles.
C. To outline the party's electoral strategy and campaign tactics.
D. To specify the party's funding sources and financial management practices.
Question 5
The concept of checks and balances in a system of government is designed to prevent the abuse of power. Discuss how the system of checks and balances affects the ability of the government to make decisions.
A. The system of checks and balances hinders the government's ability to make decisions.
B. The system of checks and balances enhances the government's ability to make decisions.
C. The system of checks and balances has no impact on the government's ability to make decisions.
D. The system of checks and balances is irrelevant in decision-making processes.
Question 6
Analyze the implications of the concept of 'checks and balances' in the Nigerian Constitution. How does it ensure accountability in governance?
A. It promotes a culture of impunity among public officials.
B. It ensures that no single branch of government dominates the others.
C. It leads to a lack of coordination among government agencies.
D. It undermines the principle of separation of powers.
Question 7
The African Union (AU) has played a crucial role in promoting peace and security in Africa. Analyze the effectiveness of the AU in preventing conflicts and promoting peace in the continent.
A. The AU has been highly effective in preventing conflicts and promoting peace in Africa, with its peace and security initiatives having a significant impact on the continent.
B. The AU has been ineffective in preventing conflicts and promoting peace in Africa, with its peace and security initiatives often failing to address the root causes of conflict.
C. The AU has been partially effective in preventing conflicts and promoting peace in Africa, with some of its peace and security initiatives having a positive impact while others have failed.
D. The AU has no impact on preventing conflicts and promoting peace in Africa, with the continent's conflicts being driven by internal factors rather than external intervention.
Question 8
The concept of separation of powers is rooted in the idea of checks and balances. Which of the following is a primary mechanism for ensuring that no single branch of government becomes too powerful?
A. Impeachment
B. Judicial Review
C. Legislative Override
D. Executive Veto
Question 9
In the context of international relations, what is the primary purpose of the United Nations?
A. To promote economic development
B. To maintain international peace and security
C. To protect human rights
D. To promote cultural exchange
Question 10
The concept of international relations is a critical aspect of a country's foreign policy. Discuss how international relations affect the country's national interest.
A. International relations strengthen the country's national interest.
B. International relations weaken the country's national interest.
C. International relations have no impact on the country's national interest.
D. International relations are irrelevant in the country's national interest.
Question 11
The concept of power is closely related to the idea of authority. Discuss.
A. Power is the ability to make decisions that are binding on others.
B. Authority is the ability to make decisions that are binding on others.
C. Power is the moral right to govern.
D. Authority is the moral right to govern.
Question 12
The rule of law is a fundamental principle of a democratic system of government. Discuss how the rule of law affects the relationship between the government and the citizens.
A. The rule of law strengthens the relationship between the government and the citizens.
B. The rule of law weakens the relationship between the government and the citizens.
C. The rule of law has no impact on the relationship between the government and the citizens.
D. The rule of law is irrelevant in the relationship between the government and the citizens.
Question 13
The Nigerian Constitution establishes a federal system of government, with powers divided between the federal, state, and local governments. What is the primary advantage of this system?
A. It promotes national unity and integration.
B. It allows for greater regional autonomy and self-governance.
C. It enables more effective management of national resources.
D. It reduces the risk of regional conflicts and secession.
Question 14
The concept of human rights is a fundamental principle of a democratic system of government. Discuss how human rights affect the relationship between the government and the citizens.
A. Human rights strengthen the relationship between the government and the citizens.
B. Human rights weaken the relationship between the government and the citizens.
C. Human rights have no impact on the relationship between the government and the citizens.
D. Human rights are irrelevant in the relationship between the government and the citizens.
Question 15
The concept of separation of powers in Nigeria's constitutional framework is designed to prevent the concentration of power in any one branch of government. Analyze the effectiveness of this system in preventing authoritarianism.
A. The separation of powers system in Nigeria's constitutional framework has been effective in preventing authoritarianism, with each branch of government maintaining its independence and checking the power of the others.
B. The separation of powers system in Nigeria's constitutional framework has been ineffective in preventing authoritarianism, with the executive branch often dominating the other branches of government.
C. The separation of powers system in Nigeria's constitutional framework has been partially effective in preventing authoritarianism, with some branches of government maintaining their independence while others are dominated by the executive.
D. The separation of powers system in Nigeria's constitutional framework has no impact on preventing authoritarianism, with the country's post-independence leaders creating a system of government that is inherently prone to authoritarianism.

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