POST UTME BSU 2022 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of local government is closely related to the idea of decentralization. Discuss.
A. Local government is a system of government where power is decentralized.
B. Decentralization is a means of enforcing local government.
C. Local government is a system of government where the central government has all the power.
D. Decentralization is a system of government where power is centralized.
Question 2
The 1914 Amalgamation of Nigeria was a result of the efforts of which British administrator?
A. Lord Frederick Lugard
B. Herbert Macaulay
C. Nnamdi Azikiwe
D. Obafemi Awolowo
Question 3
The concept of 'forms of government' refers to the different ways in which power is organized and exercised in a society. Which of the following is a key characteristic of a federal system of government?
A. It divides power between a central government and regional governments, with each level having its own powers and responsibilities.
B. It gives power to a central government, which makes decisions for the entire country.
C. It gives power to regional governments, which make decisions for their own regions.
D. It gives power to local governments, which make decisions for their own communities.
Question 4
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria provides for the establishment of a National Assembly, which is composed of two chambers: the Senate and the House of Representatives. What is the primary function of the Senate?
A. To represent the interests of the states
B. To represent the interests of the federal government
C. To make laws for the good governance of the country
D. To approve the appointment of the President
Question 5
The public administration of Nigeria is characterized by a complex system of government. Discuss the key features of Nigeria's public administration system.
A. Nigeria's public administration system is characterized by a strong emphasis on bureaucracy.
B. Nigeria's public administration system is characterized by a weak emphasis on bureaucracy.
C. Nigeria's public administration system is characterized by a mix of bureaucracy and meritocracy.
D. Nigeria's public administration system is characterized by a strong emphasis on meritocracy.
Question 6
The concept of foreign policy is closely related to the idea of diplomacy. Discuss.
A. Foreign policy is a system of government where diplomacy is used to interact with other countries.
B. Diplomacy is a means of enforcing foreign policy.
C. Foreign policy is a system of government where the central government has all the power.
D. Diplomacy is a system of government where power is centralized.
Question 7
The concept of international relations is closely related to the idea of globalization. Discuss.
A. International relations is a system of government where globalization is used to interact with other countries.
B. Globalization is a means of enforcing international relations.
C. International relations is a system of government where the central government has all the power.
D. Globalization is a system of government where power is centralized.
Question 8
The concept of public administration is closely related to the idea of bureaucracy. Discuss.
A. Public administration is a system of government where the bureaucracy is responsible for implementing policies.
B. Bureaucracy is a means of enforcing public administration.
C. Public administration is a system of government where the central government has all the power.
D. Bureaucracy is a system of government where power is centralized.
Question 9
A country is facing a severe economic crisis. The government has to decide whether to implement austerity measures or increase public spending. Which of the following is the most appropriate course of action?
A. Implement austerity measures to reduce public debt.
B. Increase public spending to stimulate economic growth.
C. Implement a combination of both options.
D. Seek external funding from donors.
Question 10
The concept of public administration is closely related to the idea of bureaucracy. Discuss.
A. Public administration is a system of government where the bureaucracy is responsible for implementing policies.
B. Bureaucracy is a means of enforcing public administration.
C. Public administration is a system of government where the central government has all the power.
D. Bureaucracy is a system of government where power is centralized.
Question 11
The concept of constitutionalism is closely related to the idea of the rule of law. Discuss.
A. The rule of law is a fundamental principle of constitutionalism.
B. Constitutionalism is a system of government where the constitution is supreme.
C. The rule of law is a means of enforcing the constitution.
D. Constitutionalism is a system of government where the constitution is not supreme.
Question 12
The concept of rule of law is closely related to the idea of constitutionalism. Discuss the relationship between these two concepts, using examples from the Nigerian Constitution.
A. The rule of law is a means of achieving constitutionalism.
B. Constitutionalism is a means of achieving the rule of law.
C. The rule of law and constitutionalism are mutually exclusive concepts.
D. The rule of law is a subset of constitutionalism.
Question 13
The concept of 'indirect rule' in pre-colonial Africa refers to the practice of a local ruler or chief being appointed by a colonial power to govern a particular region. Which of the following best describes the advantages of indirect rule?
A. It allowed for the maintenance of traditional institutions and customs.
B. It facilitated the collection of taxes and tributes from local populations.
C. It enabled the colonial power to exert control over a large territory with minimal administrative costs.
D. It promoted economic development and modernization in the region.
Question 14
The concept of checks and balances in the Nigerian constitution is designed to prevent the concentration of power in any one branch of government. Which of the following is an example of a check on the legislative branch?
A. The power of the president to veto legislation.
B. The power of the judiciary to declare laws unconstitutional.
C. The power of the executive to appoint judges.
D. The power of the legislature to impeach the president.
Question 15
A local government council in a developing country is facing a severe financial crisis. The council has to decide whether to increase taxes or reduce the number of employees. Which of the following is the most appropriate course of action?
A. Increase taxes to generate more revenue.
B. Reduce the number of employees to cut costs.
C. Implement a combination of both options.
D. Seek external funding from donors.

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