POST UTME AL-HIKMAH UNIVERSITY 2022 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of 'separation of powers' in a democratic system is best exemplified by the division of authority between the national and state governments. Which of the following is a characteristic of this system?
A. The national government has the power to declare war without the consent of the state governments.
B. The state governments have the power to declare war without the consent of the national government.
C. The national government has the power to appoint judges without the consent of the state governments.
D. The state governments have the power to impeach members of the national government.
Question 2
The 'forms of government' can be classified into which of the following categories?
A. Monarchy, Oligarchy, and Democracy
B. Aristocracy, Plutocracy, and Theocracy
C. Democracy, Oligarchy, and Autocracy
D. Monarchy, Republic, and Confederacy
Question 3
Explain the concept of federal character in Nigeria's federal system of government.
A. Federal character refers to the distribution of power and resources among the states.
B. Federal character refers to the representation of all ethnic groups in the government.
C. Federal character refers to the promotion of national unity and integration.
D. Federal character refers to the protection of the rights and interests of minority groups.
Question 4
The concept of constitutionalism is closely related to the idea of the rule of law. Discuss the relationship between these two concepts, 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 acts in accordance with the law.
D. 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, but with a focus on individual rights.
Question 5
In a presidential system of government, the president serves as both the head of state and the head of government. What is the primary advantage of this system?
A. Increased stability and continuity in government
B. Enhanced accountability of the executive branch
C. Improved representation of diverse interests and opinions
D. Reduced role of the legislature in policy-making
Question 6
In the context of pre-colonial administration in West Africa, which of the following was a characteristic of the Ashanti Empire?
A. The Ashanti Empire was a decentralized state with a loose network of city-states.
B. The Ashanti Empire was a centralized state with a strong monarch and a well-organized bureaucracy.
C. The Ashanti Empire was a tribal state with a system of clan-based governance.
D. The Ashanti Empire was a confederation of smaller states with a loose alliance system.
Question 7
The 'Forms of Government' in a system of government is most closely associated with which of the following?
A. Constitutional Monarchy
B. Parliamentary System
C. Presidential System
D. Federal System
Question 8
The concept of power in the context of international relations refers to the ability of a state or institution to achieve its goals and objectives. Which of the following is a key type of power that a state may possess?
A. Hard power, which refers to the ability to use military force and economic coercion to achieve one's goals.
B. Soft power, which refers to the ability to influence others through cultural and ideological means.
C. Smart power, which refers to the ability to combine hard and soft power to achieve one's goals.
D. Structural power, which refers to the ability to shape the international system and influence the behavior of other states.
Question 9
Explain the concept of electoral college in the United States and its implications for the presidential election.
A. The electoral college system ensures that the president is elected by popular vote.
B. The electoral college system ensures that the president is elected by a majority vote in Congress.
C. The electoral college system ensures that the president is elected by a combination of popular vote and electoral votes.
D. The electoral college system has been abolished in the United States.
Question 10
The concept of authority in the context of international relations refers to the legitimate right to make decisions and take actions on behalf of a state or institution. Which of the following is a key source of authority for a government?
A. The government's ability to maintain order and stability within its territory.
B. The government's commitment to upholding human rights and the rule of law.
C. The government's ability to provide economic benefits and services to its citizens.
D. The government's ability to project military power and defend its territory.
Question 11
The concept of checks and balances is central to the study of government. Discuss the different types of checks and balances, using examples from the Nigerian context.
A. Checks and balances can be divided into three types: legislative, executive, and judicial.
B. Checks and balances can be divided into two types: formal and informal.
C. Checks and balances can be divided into four types: coercive, remunerative, expert, and institutional.
D. Checks and balances can be divided into three types: formal, informal, and structural.
Question 12
The concept of 'checks and balances' in a democratic system is best exemplified by the division of authority between the legislative and executive branches of government. Which of the following is a characteristic of this system?
A. The legislative branch has the power to declare war without the consent of the executive branch.
B. The executive branch has the power to declare war without the consent of the legislative branch.
C. The legislative branch has the power to impeach members of the executive branch.
D. The executive branch has the power to appoint judges without the consent of the legislative branch.
Question 13
The concept of authority in the context of international relations refers to the legitimate right to make decisions and take actions on behalf of a state or institution. Which of the following is a key source of authority for a government?
A. The government's ability to maintain order and stability within its territory.
B. The government's commitment to upholding human rights and the rule of law.
C. The government's ability to provide economic benefits and services to its citizens.
D. The government's ability to project military power and defend its territory.
Question 14
The concept of federalism is central to the study of government. Discuss the different types of federalism, using examples from the Nigerian context.
A. Federalism can be divided into three types: unitary, confederal, and federal.
B. Federalism can be divided into two types: formal and informal.
C. Federalism can be divided into four types: coercive, remunerative, expert, and institutional.
D. Federalism can be divided into three types: formal, informal, and structural.
Question 15
The 'Constitutionalism' in a system of government is most closely associated with which of the following?
A. Rule of Law
B. Separation of Powers
C. Checks and Balances
D. Constitutional Monarchy

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