POST UTME AFE BABALOLA UNIVERSITY 2018 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of the rule of law in Nigeria is enshrined in the 1999 Constitution. Which of the following is a fundamental principle of the rule of law?
A. Separation of powers
B. Independence of the judiciary
C. Accountability of the government
D. Protection of human rights
Question 2
The diagram below represents a typical example of a local government in Nigeria. Which of the following is a function of this local government?
A. Providing basic amenities
B. Collecting taxes
C. Maintaining law and order
D. Representing the state in international affairs
Question 3
The diagram below represents a typical example of a pressure group in Nigeria. Which of the following is a characteristic of this group?
A. It is a formal organization
B. It has a clear goal
C. It is a mass-based organization
D. It is a single-issue group
Question 4
The concept of power in public administration refers to the
A. ability to influence the behavior of others
B. legitimate authority to make decisions
C. expertise in implementing policies
D. popular support for a government or policy
Question 5
The concept of 'rule of law' in the Nigerian Constitution implies that the government and its agencies are subject to the law. Which of the following is a consequence of this principle?
A. The government can unilaterally amend the Constitution
B. The government is accountable to the people
C. The government can suspend the Constitution in times of emergency
D. The government is above the law
Question 6
In a parliamentary system of government, the head of government is the prime minister. Which of the following is a characteristic of this system?
A. Separation of powers
B. Constitutional monarchy
C. Unitary government
D. Decentralization of power
Question 7
The concept of electoral systems is closely related to the idea of representation. Discuss the implications of this relationship on the representation of citizens in a democratic society.
A. Electoral systems are responsible for ensuring that citizens are represented in a fair and democratic manner.
B. The concept of representation is not directly related to the electoral system.
C. Electoral systems are responsible for promoting the interests of political parties, rather than the general public.
D. The representation of citizens in a democratic society is not a concern of electoral systems.
Question 8
The pre-colonial administration in Nigeria was characterized by the existence of various kingdoms and empires. Which of the following was a feature of the pre-colonial administration?
A. The existence of a centralized system of government
B. The existence of a decentralized system of government
C. The existence of a feudal system of government
D. The existence of a tribal system of government
Question 9
The concept of constitutionalism is closely related to the idea of the rule of law. Discuss the implications of this relationship on the protection of human rights in a democratic society.
A. The rule of law ensures that the government respects the rights of citizens, thereby protecting human rights.
B. Constitutionalism provides a framework for the protection of human rights, but the rule of law is not directly related to this protection.
C. The rule of law is a means of enforcing constitutional provisions, but it does not directly protect human rights.
D. The protection of human rights is not a concern of constitutionalism or the rule of law.
Question 10
In a federal system of government, power is divided between the central government and the regional governments. Which of the following is a characteristic of this system?
A. Unitary government
B. Constitutional monarchy
C. Separation of powers
D. Decentralization of power
Question 11
The concept of public administration is closely related to the idea of bureaucratic efficiency. Discuss the implications of this relationship on the delivery of public services.
A. Public administration is responsible for ensuring that public services are delivered in an efficient and effective manner.
B. The concept of bureaucratic efficiency is not directly related to the delivery of public services.
C. Public administration is responsible for promoting the interests of public officials, rather than the general public.
D. The delivery of public services is not a concern of public administration.
Question 12
The 1963 Republican Constitution of Nigeria was a significant milestone in the country's constitutional development. What was the main feature of this constitution?
A. Establishment of a federal system of government
B. Creation of a parliamentary system of government
C. Introduction of a presidential system of government
D. Abolition of the federal system of government
Question 13
The concept of pressure groups in Nigeria is an important aspect of the country's political development. Which of the following is a characteristic of pressure groups?
A. They are formed to promote the interests of a particular class or group
B. They are formed to promote the interests of the entire nation
C. They are formed to promote the interests of a particular region
D. They are formed to promote the interests of a particular ethnic group
Question 14
In a presidential system of government, the president serves as both the head of state and head of government. Which of the following is a characteristic of this system?
A. Separation of powers
B. Constitutional monarchy
C. Unitary government
D. Federal system
Question 15
The concept of power in public administration is related to the
A. ability to influence the behavior of others
B. legitimate authority to make decisions
C. expertise in implementing policies
D. popular support for a government or policy

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