POST UTME ACHIEVERS UNIVERSITY 2018 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The rule of law is a fundamental principle of governance in Nigeria. Explain the concept of the rule of law and its significance in the country's constitutional system.
A. The rule of law is a principle that requires the government to act in accordance with the law.
B. The rule of law is a principle that requires the government to act in accordance with its own discretion.
C. The rule of law is a principle that requires the government to act in accordance with the interests of the majority.
D. The rule of law is a principle that requires the government to act in accordance with the interests of the minority.
Question 2
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has been instrumental in promoting economic integration in the region. Discuss the role of ECOWAS in promoting economic integration, and evaluate its effectiveness.
A. ECOWAS has been highly effective in promoting economic integration in the region, with significant increases in trade and investment.
B. ECOWAS has made significant progress in promoting economic integration, but its efforts have been hindered by a lack of resources.
C. ECOWAS has a limited role in promoting economic integration, as its primary focus is on promoting peace and security.
D. ECOWAS has no role in promoting economic integration, as this is the responsibility of individual states.
Question 3
The concept of legitimacy in political systems is closely tied to the idea of authority. Discuss.
A. Legitimacy is the acceptance of authority by the governed.
B. Authority is the source of legitimacy in a political system.
C. Legitimacy is the moral right to govern, while authority is the power to govern.
D. Legitimacy is the ability of a government to enforce its will, while authority is the source of that will.
Question 4
The concept of sovereignty is a fundamental principle in international relations. Which of the following statements best describes the relationship between sovereignty and the United Nations (UN)?
A. The UN has the authority to override the sovereignty of its member states in matters of international peace and security.
B. The UN respects the sovereignty of its member states and does not interfere in their internal affairs.
C. The UN has the power to suspend the sovereignty of its member states in cases of gross human rights violations.
D. The UN has no authority to interfere with the sovereignty of its member states in any way.
Question 5
The concept of electoral systems is a fundamental principle of governance in Nigeria. Explain the different types of electoral systems and their significance in the country's constitutional system.
A. First-past-the-post, proportional representation, and mixed-member proportional.
B. First-past-the-post, proportional representation, and single transferable vote.
C. First-past-the-post, single transferable vote, and mixed-member proportional.
D. Proportional representation, mixed-member proportional, and single transferable vote.
Question 6
The concept of human rights is a fundamental principle of governance in Nigeria. Explain the concept of human rights and its significance in the country's constitutional system.
A. Human rights are rights that are inherent to all human beings, regardless of their nationality, place of residence, sex, national or ethnic origin, color, religion, language, or any other status.
B. Human rights are rights that are granted by the government to its citizens.
C. Human rights are rights that are inherent to all human beings, but only in certain circumstances.
D. Human rights are rights that are granted by the government to its citizens, but only in certain circumstances.
Question 7
The concept of constitutionalism is closely related to the idea of rule of law. Discuss the relationship between constitutionalism and the rule of law, using examples from the Nigerian Constitution.
A. Constitutionalism is a means of ensuring that the rule of law is upheld, while the rule of law is a means of ensuring that constitutionalism is upheld.
B. Constitutionalism is a system of government where the constitution is supreme, while the rule of law is a system of government where the law is supreme.
C. Constitutionalism is a means of limiting the power of the government, while the rule of law is a means of ensuring that the government is accountable to the people.
D. Constitutionalism is a system of government where the constitution is the supreme law, while the rule of law is a system of government where the law is the supreme law.
Question 8
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 instrument used by the AU to achieve this goal?
A. The African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights
B. The New Partnership for Africa's Development (NEPAD)
C. The African Union's Constitutive Act
D. The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)
Question 9
A diagram of a simple circuit is shown below. If the circuit is closed, what is the current flowing through the 2 ohm resistor?
A. 1 A
B. 2 A
C. 3 A
D. 4 A
Question 10
The concept of authority in government refers to the legitimate right to exercise power and control over others. Which of the following is a key factor that contributes to the authority of a government?
A. Popular support and consent
B. Economic prosperity and stability
C. Military power and control
D. Cultural and historical significance
Question 11
The 1963 Constitution of Nigeria was a product of which of the following constitutional conferences?
A. London Constitutional Conference
B. Abuja Constitutional Conference
C. Lagos Constitutional Conference
D. Ibadan Constitutional Conference
Question 12
The concept of authority in international relations is often associated with the legitimacy of a state's actions and decisions. Discuss the different forms of authority in international relations, and evaluate their relative importance.
A. Legitimate authority is the most important form of authority in international relations, as it allows states to make decisions that are accepted by other states.
B. Authoritative authority is the most important form of authority in international relations, as it allows states to make decisions that are enforced through coercion or persuasion.
C. Consensual authority is the most important form of authority in international relations, as it allows states to make decisions that are accepted by other states through negotiation and compromise.
D. All forms of authority are equally important in international relations, as they are often used in combination to achieve a state's goals.
Question 13
The 1963 Constitution of Nigeria was a product of which of the following constitutional conferences?
A. London Constitutional Conference
B. Abuja Constitutional Conference
C. Lagos Constitutional Conference
D. Ibadan Constitutional Conference
Question 14
The rule of law is a fundamental principle of democratic governance, which requires that the government and its agencies act in accordance with the law. Which of the following is a key feature of the rule of law?
A. The separation of powers between the executive, legislative, and judicial branches
B. The protection of individual rights and freedoms
C. The independence of the judiciary and the legal profession
D. The supremacy of the constitution and the law
Question 15
The 1963 Constitution of Nigeria was a product of which of the following constitutional conferences?
A. London Constitutional Conference
B. Abuja Constitutional Conference
C. Lagos Constitutional Conference
D. Ibadan Constitutional Conference

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