POST UTME ACHIEVERS UNIVERSITY 2019 Government | Objective

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Question 1
In a pre-colonial African society, the role of the chief was to?
Correct A. Exercise authority over the people
B. Make laws for the society
C. Serve as a mediator in disputes
D. Collect taxes from the people

Correct Answer: A

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Question 2
The concept of 'checks and balances' in a constitution is designed to?
Correct A. Prevent the concentration of power in one branch of government
B. Ensure that the government is accountable to the people
C. Promote the separation of powers among the branches of government
D. Increase the efficiency of the government

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3
The diagram below shows the structure of a local government council in Nigeria. What is the function of the council?
A. To make laws for the local government area
B. To collect taxes from the people
Correct C. To provide services to the people
D. To represent the people in the state government

Correct Answer: C

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Question 4
The concept of 'separation of powers' in a constitution is designed to?
A. Prevent the concentration of power in one branch of government
B. Ensure that the government is accountable to the people
Correct C. Promote the separation of powers among the branches of government
D. Increase the efficiency of the government

Correct Answer: C

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Question 5
The diagram below shows the structure of a political party in Nigeria. What is the function of the party's national executive committee?
Correct A. To make decisions on the party's policies
B. To select candidates for elections
C. To manage the party's finances
D. To represent the party in the government

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
The concept of the rule of law is closely related to the idea of the separation of powers in a government. 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 enforcing the separation of powers.
Correct B. The separation of powers is a means of enforcing the rule of law.
C. The rule of law and the separation of powers are two separate concepts that do not have a direct relationship.
D. The rule of law is a consequence of the separation of powers.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 7
In a democratic system of government, the electoral process is designed to ensure that the will of the people is reflected in the outcome of elections. Which of the following is a key feature of a democratic electoral process?
Correct A. The use of secret ballots to ensure the privacy of voters.
B. The use of proportional representation to ensure that all parties have a voice.
C. The use of first-past-the-post voting to ensure that the winner is the most popular candidate.
D. The use of electronic voting machines to speed up the voting process.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8
The concept of human rights is closely related to the idea of individual dignity and worth. Which of the following best describes the relationship between human rights and individual dignity?
A. Human rights are a means of enforcing individual dignity.
Correct B. Individual dignity is a means of enforcing human rights.
C. Human rights and individual dignity are two separate concepts that do not have a direct relationship.
D. Human rights are a consequence of individual dignity.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 9
In a federal system of government, power is divided between the central government and the regional governments. Which of the following is a key feature of a federal system?
A. The central government has complete control over all regional governments.
B. The regional governments have complete control over all central government decisions.
Correct C. Power is divided between the central government and the regional governments.
D. The central government has the power to override regional government decisions.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 10
The concept of constitutional development is closely related to the idea of the evolution of a country's constitution over time. Which of the following best describes the relationship between constitutional development and the evolution of a country's constitution?
A. Constitutional development is a means of enforcing the evolution of a country's constitution.
Correct B. The evolution of a country's constitution is a means of enforcing constitutional development.
C. Constitutional development and the evolution of a country's constitution are two separate concepts that do not have a direct relationship.
D. Constitutional development is a consequence of the evolution of a country's constitution.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 11
The concept of legitimacy in the context of political power is often associated with the idea of
Correct A. popular consent
B. coercive force
C. divine right
D. social contract

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
The African Union's (AU) primary objective is to promote
A. economic integration
Correct B. political unity
C. cultural exchange
D. regional security

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13
The concept of power in political science is often associated with the ability to
A. influence decisions
B. exercise control
C. make choices
Correct D. all of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 14
The United Nations (UN) Charter emphasizes the importance of
A. national sovereignty
B. international cooperation
C. human rights
Correct D. collective security

Correct Answer: D

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Question 15
The concept of authority in political science is often associated with the idea of
Correct A. legitimate power
B. coercive force
C. expertise
D. social contract

Correct Answer: A

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Question 16
The concept of Separation of Powers in a democratic government is rooted in the idea of checks and balances. Which of the following best describes the relationship between the legislative, executive, and judicial branches?
A. The legislative branch has complete control over the executive and judicial branches.
B. The executive branch has the power to veto laws passed by the legislative branch.
C. The judicial branch has the power to declare laws passed by the legislative branch unconstitutional.
Correct D. The legislative, executive, and judicial branches have equal powers and are independent of each other.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 17
The concept of Pre-colonial administration in Africa refers to the systems of governance that existed before the arrival of European colonizers. Which of the following best describes a characteristic of pre-colonial administration in West Africa?
A. The use of written constitutions and laws.
B. The existence of a centralized state with a strong bureaucracy.
Correct C. The use of traditional leaders and councils to make decisions.
D. The absence of any system of governance.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 18
The concept of Foreign Policy in international relations refers to the actions and decisions made by a country in its interactions with other countries. Which of the following best describes a goal of foreign policy?
A. To promote economic development and trade.
Correct B. To protect national security and defend against threats.
C. To promote cultural exchange and understanding.
D. To impose one's own values and beliefs on other countries.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 19
The concept of International Organizations in international relations refers to organizations that bring together countries to achieve common goals. Which of the following best describes a characteristic of the United Nations?
A. It is a military alliance of countries.
B. It is a economic organization that promotes free trade.
Correct C. It is a global organization that promotes peace and security.
D. It is a regional organization that promotes economic development.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 20
The concept of Public Administration in government refers to the implementation of policies and programs. Which of the following best describes a characteristic of public administration?
A. It is a private organization that provides services to the public.
Correct B. It is a government agency that implements policies and programs.
C. It is a non-profit organization that provides services to the public.
D. It is a private company that provides services to the public.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 21
The concept of 'indirect rule' was introduced by which of the following colonial powers?
Correct A. British
B. French
C. German
D. Portuguese

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (1948) is a product of which international organization?
Correct A. United Nations
B. African Union
C. European Union
D. League of Nations

Correct Answer: A

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Question 23
The system of government in which power is divided between the central government and smaller regional governments is known as?
Correct A. Federalism
B. Confederalism
C. Unitary System
D. Parliamentary System

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) was established in?
Correct A. 1975
B. 1980
C. 1985
D. 1990

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
The concept of 'checks and balances' is a feature of which system of government?
Correct A. Presidential System
B. Parliamentary System
C. Monarchy
D. Dictatorship

Correct Answer: A

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