POST UTME UNN 2020 Government | Objective

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Question 1
A system of government is a set of rules and institutions that govern a country or community. Discuss the different systems of government, using examples from Nigeria.
A. The different systems of government include democracy, authoritarianism, and oligarchy.
B. The different systems of government include democracy, monarchy, and oligarchy.
C. The different systems of government include authoritarianism, oligarchy, and democracy.
D. The different systems of government include monarchy, democracy, and authoritarianism.
Question 2
The concept of separation of powers in a constitutional democracy is designed to prevent the concentration of power in the hands of one person or institution. Which of the following is a key benefit of this system?
A. It allows for more efficient decision-making.
B. It promotes accountability and checks on power.
C. It enables the government to respond quickly to emergencies.
D. It reduces the need for bureaucracy.
Question 3
The concept of legitimacy in government refers to the idea that a government derives its authority from the consent of the governed. What is the primary source of legitimacy for a government?
A. The Constitution.
B. The people.
C. The monarch.
D. The military.
Question 4
The concept of power is closely related to the concept of authority. Discuss the relationship between these two concepts, using examples from the Nigerian political system.
A. Power is the ability to make decisions, while authority is the right to make decisions.
B. Power is the right to make decisions, while authority is the ability to make decisions.
C. Power and authority are two distinct concepts that are not related.
D. The Nigerian political system is an example of a system where power and authority are not clearly defined.
Question 5
The 1979 Constitution of Nigeria established which of the following institutions?
A. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
B. The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC).
C. The National Electoral Commission (NEC).
D. The Electoral Commission of Nigeria (ECN).
Question 6
A country's foreign policy is influenced by its
A. Economic interests
B. Cultural values
C. Geographical location
D. All of the above
Question 7
The concept of 'human security' in international relations was first introduced by which of the following scholars?
A. Amartya Sen
B. Mahbub ul Haq
C. Mary Kaldor
D. Robert Cooper
Question 8
A government's constitution is its supreme law. Which of the following is a characteristic of a constitution?
A. It is a document that outlines the powers and responsibilities of the government
B. It is a document that outlines the rights and freedoms of citizens
C. It is a document that outlines the structure and organization of the government
D. It is a document that outlines the history and traditions of the government
Question 9
The concept of 'dependency theory' in international relations was first introduced by which of the following scholars?
A. Andre Gunder Frank
B. Immanuel Wallerstein
C. Samir Amin
D. Raul Prebisch
Question 10
A system of government where power is divided between a central authority and smaller regional authorities is known as a _______ system.
A. Federal
B. Unitary
C. Confederal
D. Decentralized
Question 11
A political party is a group of people who share similar political beliefs and goals. Discuss the role of political parties in a democratic system, using examples from Nigeria.
A. Political parties are a means of ensuring that the interests of citizens are represented in government.
B. Political parties are a means of ensuring that the interests of the ruling class are represented in government.
C. Political parties are not necessary in a democratic system.
D. Political parties are a means of ensuring that the interests of the opposition are represented in government.
Question 12
In a parliamentary system of government, the head of government is
A. Elected by the people
B. Appointed by the head of state
C. Chosen by the parliament
D. Inherited from the previous head of government
Question 13
The concept of separation of powers is a fundamental principle of constitutional democracy. Which of the following best describes the relationship between the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government?
A. The legislative branch makes laws, the executive branch enforces laws, and the judicial branch interprets laws.
B. The executive branch has the power to make laws, the legislative branch has the power to enforce laws, and the judicial branch has the power to interpret laws.
C. The legislative branch has the power to make laws, the executive branch has the power to enforce laws, and the judicial branch has the power to interpret laws.
D. The judicial branch has the power to make laws, the executive branch has the power to enforce laws, and the legislative branch has the power to interpret laws.
Question 14
In a system of government where the legislative, executive, and judicial branches are separate, which of the following is an example of a check on the power of the executive branch?
A. The power of impeachment
B. The power of judicial review
C. The power of legislative override
D. The power of executive pardon
Question 15
The 1960s saw a significant shift in the global balance of power, with the rise of which of the following regions?
A. The Americas
B. Europe
C. Asia
D. Africa

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