POST UTME BOWEN UNIVERSITY 2025 Government | Objective

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Question 1
What is the concept of 'checks and balances' in a system of government?
A. A system in which the executive branch has absolute power over the legislative and judicial branches
B. A system in which the legislative branch has the power to impeach the president
C. A system in which the judicial branch has the power to declare laws passed by the legislature as unconstitutional
D. A system in which the executive, legislative, and judicial branches have equal power and are accountable to each other
Question 2
In a federal system of government, what is the primary function of the federal government?
A. To provide public goods and services
B. To regulate commerce and industry
C. To provide national defense
D. To resolve disputes between states
Question 3
The concept of constitutionalism in Nigeria is rooted in the country's colonial past. What was the primary impact of the British colonial administration on Nigeria's constitutional development?
A. The introduction of a parliamentary system of government
B. The establishment of a federal system of government
C. The promotion of regionalism and the creation of regional governments
D. The imposition of a unitary system of government
Question 4
The concept of 'subsidiarity' in the ECOWAS Protocol on Free Movement of Persons, Right of Residence and Right to Establish is closely related to which of the following principles?
A. Principle of Proportionality
B. Principle of Subsidiarity
C. Principle of Necessity
D. Principle of Proportionate Response
Question 5
The United Nations (UN) is an international organization that promotes peace and security among its member states. Discuss the role of the UN in maintaining international peace and security.
A. The UN plays a crucial role in maintaining international peace and security by promoting diplomacy and conflict resolution.
B. The UN has no role in maintaining international peace and security.
C. The UN promotes international peace and security by providing military assistance to member states.
D. The UN promotes international peace and security by imposing economic sanctions on member states.
Question 6
The concept of rule of law is closely related to the idea of constitutionalism. Discuss how the rule of law can be used to promote constitutionalism in Nigeria.
A. The rule of law can be used to promote constitutionalism by ensuring that the government and its agencies act in accordance with the law.
B. The rule of law can be used to promote constitutionalism by limiting the power of the executive and ensuring that the judiciary is independent.
C. The rule of law can be used to promote constitutionalism by protecting the rights of citizens and ensuring that they are treated fairly.
D. The rule of law can be used to promote constitutionalism by promoting national unity and stability.
Question 7
The concept of 'subsidiarity' in the ECOWAS Protocol on Free Movement of Persons, Right of Residence and Right to Establish is closely related to which of the following principles?
A. Principle of Proportionality
B. Principle of Subsidiarity
C. Principle of Necessity
D. Principle of Proportionate Response
Question 8
The concept of separation of powers is a fundamental principle of democratic governance. Discuss the importance of this principle in preventing the concentration of power.
A. Separation of powers prevents the concentration of power by dividing it among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches.
B. Separation of powers promotes the concentration of power by allowing the branches to work together.
C. Separation of powers has no impact on the concentration of power.
D. Separation of powers leads to the concentration of power by allowing one branch to dominate the others.
Question 9
The 1963 Republican Constitution of Nigeria was a significant milestone in the country's constitutional development. What was the primary reason for its adoption?
A. To establish a federal system of government
B. To provide for the creation of new states
C. To address the issue of regionalism and promote national unity
D. To introduce a presidential system of government
Question 10
What is the main difference between a constitutional monarchy and a parliamentary system of government?
A. In a constitutional monarchy, the monarch serves as the head of state, while in a parliamentary system, the head of government is the prime minister
B. In a constitutional monarchy, the monarch has absolute power, while in a parliamentary system, the head of government is accountable to the legislature
C. In a constitutional monarchy, the monarch is elected by the people, while in a parliamentary system, the head of government is appointed by the monarch
D. In a constitutional monarchy, the monarch serves for life, while in a parliamentary system, the head of government serves a fixed term
Question 11
What is the concept of 'separation of powers' in a system of government?
A. A system in which the executive, legislative, and judicial branches have equal power and are accountable to each other
B. A system in which the executive branch has absolute power over the legislative and judicial branches
C. A system in which the legislative branch has the power to impeach the president
D. A system in which the judicial branch has the power to declare laws passed by the legislature as unconstitutional
Question 12
The concept of Checks and Balances in the US Constitution is an example of a system of government that separates power among different branches. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of this system?
A. Separation of powers among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches
B. Each branch has the power to veto the actions of the other branches
C. The system is designed to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful
D. The system is based on a parliamentary system of government
Question 13
The concept of Foreign Policy refers to the actions and decisions of a country in relation to other countries. Which of the following is a key objective of foreign policy?
A. To promote economic cooperation and trade with other countries
B. To promote cultural exchange and understanding with other countries
C. To promote national security and defense through diplomacy and military action
D. To promote the spread of democracy and human rights in other countries
Question 14
The African Union (AU) is a continental organization that aims to promote economic, political, and social integration among its member states. Which of the following is a key objective of the AU?
A. To promote democracy and human rights in Africa
B. To establish a common currency for all AU member states
C. To promote economic integration and cooperation among AU member states
D. To establish a single government for all AU member states
Question 15
The concept of 'subsidiarity' in the ECOWAS Protocol on Free Movement of Persons, Right of Residence and Right to Establish is closely related to which of the following principles?
A. Principle of Proportionality
B. Principle of Subsidiarity
C. Principle of Necessity
D. Principle of Proportionate Response

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