POST UTME UNIPORT 2023 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of Colonial Administration in a system of government refers to the systems of government that existed during the period of European colonization. Which of the following is an example of a Colonial Administration system?
A. The British Raj
B. The French Protectorate
C. The German Colonies
D. The Italian Colonies
Question 2
The concept of constitutionalism is closely related to the idea of the rule of law. Discuss how the rule of law is essential for the protection of individual rights and freedoms in a democratic society.
A. The rule of law ensures that the government and its agencies are accountable to the people.
B. The rule of law protects the rights of individuals from arbitrary and capricious actions of the government.
C. The rule of law promotes economic development and stability in a society.
D. The rule of law is not essential for the protection of individual rights and freedoms.
Question 3
In a system of government, the concept of Legitimacy refers to the acceptance of a government's authority by its citizens. Which of the following is a factor that contributes to the Legitimacy of a government?
A. The government's ability to maintain law and order
B. The government's ability to provide economic opportunities
C. The government's ability to protect its citizens from external threats
D. The government's ability to provide social services
Question 4
The concept of International Relations in a system of government refers to the interactions between countries. Which of the following is a factor that contributes to International Relations?
A. The government's ability to provide economic opportunities
B. The government's ability to protect its citizens from external threats
C. The government's ability to maintain law and order
D. The government's ability to provide social services
Question 5
The concept of foreign policy is closely related to the idea of international relations. Which of the following best describes the relationship between foreign policy and international relations?
A. Foreign policy is a means of implementing international relations
B. International relations is a means of implementing foreign policy
C. Foreign policy and international relations are mutually exclusive
D. Foreign policy is a substitute for international relations
Question 6
The 1963 Republican Constitution of Nigeria was a product of which of the following processes?
A. Constitutional Conference
B. Constitutional Drafting Committee
C. Constitutional Review Committee
D. Constitutional Amendment Process
Question 7
In a federal system of government, what is the relationship between the central government and the state governments?
A. The central government has absolute power
B. The central government has limited power
C. The state governments have absolute power
D. The state governments have limited power
Question 8
What is the term for the process by which the executive branch of government exercises its power to appoint officials without the advice and consent of the legislative branch?
A. Executive order
B. Legislative veto
C. Judicial review
D. Recess appointment
Question 9
The 1963 Republican Constitution of Nigeria was a product of which of the following processes?
A. Constitutional Conference
B. Constitutional Drafting Committee
C. Constitutional Review Committee
D. Constitutional Amendment Process
Question 10
What is the main difference between a constitutional monarchy and a parliamentary system of government?
A. The monarch has absolute power
B. The monarch has limited power
C. The parliament has absolute power
D. The parliament has limited power
Question 11
What is the main purpose of the rule of law in a democratic system?
A. To protect the rights of the minority
B. To protect the rights of the majority
C. To ensure that the government is accountable to the people
D. To ensure that the people are accountable to the government
Question 12
The concept of separation of powers is based on the idea of dividing power between the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of separation of powers as a system of government.
A. Separation of powers promotes accountability and transparency in government.
B. Separation of powers protects the rights of citizens from arbitrary and capricious actions of the government.
C. Separation of powers promotes national unity and integration.
D. Separation of powers is not suitable for a country with a small population.
Question 13
The concept of public administration is closely related to the idea of bureaucracy. Which of the following best describes the relationship between public administration and bureaucracy?
A. Public administration is a means of implementing bureaucracy
B. Bureaucracy is a means of implementing public administration
C. Public administration and bureaucracy are mutually exclusive
D. Public administration is a substitute for bureaucracy
Question 14
What is the term for the process by which the legislative branch of government exercises its power to approve or reject the president's appointments?
A. Confirmation hearing
B. Executive order
C. Legislative veto
D. Recess appointment
Question 15
In the context of public administration, what is the difference between a bureaucracy and a meritocracy?
A. A bureaucracy is a system where decisions are made based on merit, while a meritocracy is a system where decisions are made based on bureaucratic rules.
B. A bureaucracy is a system where decisions are made based on bureaucratic rules, while a meritocracy is a system where decisions are made based on merit.
C. A bureaucracy is a system where decisions are made by a small group of people, while a meritocracy is a system where decisions are made by a large group of people.
D. A bureaucracy is a system where decisions are made based on personal connections, while a meritocracy is a system where decisions are made based on merit.

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