POST UTME UNIOSUN 2020 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of constitutionalism in Nigeria is rooted in the country's colonial past. Which of the following best describes the relationship between the British colonial authorities and the Nigerian people in the context of constitutional development?
A. The British colonial authorities imposed their own constitution on the Nigerian people without their consent.
B. The British colonial authorities worked with the Nigerian people to draft a constitution that reflected their interests.
C. The British colonial authorities granted the Nigerian people autonomy to draft their own constitution.
D. The British colonial authorities ignored the Nigerian people's demands for a constitution.
Question 2
In a federal system of government, which of the following is a characteristic of 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 a significant degree of autonomy.
C. The central government and the constituent units share powers.
D. The constituent units are completely independent of the central government.
Question 3
The concept of the rule of law is closely related to which of the following?
A. The concept of democracy
B. The concept of human rights
C. The concept of social justice
D. The concept of economic development
Question 4
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is a regional economic community that promotes economic integration and cooperation among its member states. Which of the following is a key objective of ECOWAS?
A. To promote economic development and cooperation among member states through the free movement of goods, services, and people.
B. To promote political integration and cooperation among member states through the establishment of a common government.
C. To promote cultural integration and cooperation among member states through the promotion of arts and culture.
D. To promote environmental protection and cooperation among member states through the establishment of a common environmental policy.
Question 5
A government has a unicameral legislature with 100 members. If 2/3 of the members are required to pass a bill, and 60 members are present, what is the minimum number of members needed to pass the bill if 10 more members are added to the legislature and the requirement is changed to 3/4?
A. 70
B. 80
C. 90
D. 100
Question 6
A government has a bicameral legislature with a lower house of 100 members and an upper house of 50 members. If 2/3 of the members of the lower house and 3/4 of the members of the upper house are required to pass a bill, and 60 members of the lower house and 30 members of the upper house are present, what is the minimum number of members needed to pass the bill if 10 more members are added to the lower house and 5 more members are added to the upper house and the requirement is changed to 4/5?
A. 90
B. 100
C. 110
D. 120
Question 7
What is the primary function of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) in promoting regional economic integration?
A. To promote free trade among member states
B. To establish a common currency
C. To coordinate regional economic policies
D. To provide humanitarian aid to affected countries
Question 8
The concept of the rule of law is closely related to the idea of the separation of powers in a democratic system. Which of the following best describes the relationship between the rule of law and the separation of powers?
A. The rule of law is a means of ensuring that the separation of powers is maintained.
B. The separation of powers is a means of ensuring that the rule of law is maintained.
C. The rule of law and the separation of powers are two separate concepts that are not related.
D. The rule of law is a consequence of the separation of powers.
Question 9
The African Union (AU) is a continental organization that promotes peace, security, and cooperation among its member states. Which of the following is a key principle of the AU Charter?
A. The principle of sovereignty and non-interference in the internal affairs of member states.
B. The principle of collective security and the use of force only in self-defense.
C. The principle of democracy and human rights as the basis for international relations.
D. The principle of economic development and cooperation among member states.
Question 10
A government has a unicameral legislature with 100 members. If 2/3 of the members are required to pass a bill, and 60 members are present, what is the minimum number of members needed to pass the bill if the requirement is changed to 3/4?
A. 80
B. 90
C. 100
D. 110
Question 11
The concept of democracy is closely tied to the idea of popular sovereignty. Discuss the role of the people in a democratic system of government.
A. The people play a crucial role in a democratic system of government by electing representatives and holding them accountable.
B. The people have no role in a democratic system of government, as the government is responsible for making decisions on their behalf.
C. The people are necessary for the functioning of a democratic system of government, but they are not sufficient on their own.
D. The people are a relic of the past and have no relevance in modern democratic systems of government.
Question 12
A government has a bicameral legislature with a lower house of 100 members and an upper house of 50 members. If 2/3 of the members of the lower house and 3/4 of the members of the upper house are required to pass a bill, and 60 members of the lower house and 30 members of the upper house are present, what is the minimum number of members needed to pass the bill if the requirement is changed to 4/5?
A. 100
B. 110
C. 120
D. 130
Question 13
The concept of human rights is closely tied to the idea of dignity and worth. Discuss the role of human rights in a democratic system of government.
A. Human rights play a crucial role in a democratic system of government by protecting the dignity and worth of individuals.
B. Human rights have no role in a democratic system of government, as the government is responsible for making decisions on behalf of the people.
C. Human rights are necessary for the functioning of a democratic system of government, but they are not sufficient on their own.
D. Human rights are a relic of the past and have no relevance in modern democratic systems of government.
Question 14
The concept of power in international relations is often associated with the ability of a state to achieve its goals. What is the primary source of power for a state?
A. Economic power
B. Military power
C. Diplomatic power
D. Cultural power
Question 15
The concept of federalism is closely tied to the idea of decentralization. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of a federal system of government.
A. A federal system of government promotes decentralization, accountability, and the protection of individual rights.
B. A federal system of government leads to inefficiency, gridlock, and the inability to respond to emergencies.
C. A federal system of government is necessary for the protection of individual rights, but it is not sufficient on its own.
D. A federal system of government is a relic of the past and has no relevance in modern constitutional democracies.

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