POST UTME CALEB UNIVERSITY 2017 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of community and interdependence. Which of the following best describes the implications of 'ubuntu' for individual identity?
A. Individual identity is defined solely by personal achievements
B. Individual identity is defined by one's relationships with others
C. Individual identity is defined by one's cultural heritage
D. Individual identity is defined by one's social status
Question 2
The Nigerian Constitution guarantees the right to freedom of expression. However, this right is not absolute. Which of the following is a limitation on this right?
A. Freedom of speech is limited only by the law of libel
B. Freedom of expression is limited by the need to protect national security
C. Freedom of speech is limited by the need to prevent incitement to violence
D. Freedom of expression is limited only by the law of contempt of court
Question 3
The 1963 Republican Convention was held in which city?
A. Lagos
B. Ibadan
C. Kaduna
D. Enugu
Question 4
What is the primary source of revenue for the Nigerian government?
A. Oil revenue
B. Tax revenue
C. Customs revenue
D. Agricultural revenue
Question 5
A researcher is studying the effects of climate change on the water levels of Lake Chad. Which of the following is a likely consequence of rising temperatures?
A. Increased water levels
B. Decreased water levels
C. No change in water levels
D. Increased evaporation
Question 6
The 'Green Revolution' in Nigeria was primarily focused on the introduction of which crop?
A. Maize
B. Rice
C. Cassava
D. Sorghum
Question 7
In the context of environmental education, what is the term for the process by which the environment is degraded or destroyed?
A. Pollution
B. Deforestation
C. Ecological degradation
D. Climate change
Question 8
The concept of 'jihad' in Islamic theology means 'struggle' or 'effort'. Which of the following best describes the implications of 'jihad' for individual responsibility?
A. Individual responsibility is limited to personal salvation
B. Individual responsibility is defined by one's relationships with others
C. Individual responsibility is defined by one's cultural heritage
D. Individual responsibility is defined by one's social status
Question 9
What is the primary function of the 'if-else' statement in programming?
A. To repeat a block of code
B. To make decisions based on conditions
C. To store data in variables
D. To perform arithmetic operations
Question 10
The Oyo Empire was a powerful empire in what region of Nigeria?
A. North
B. South
C. West
D. East
Question 11
What is the primary advantage of using a database management system?
A. Improved data security
B. Enhanced data integrity
C. Increased data sharing
D. Better data organization
Question 12
What was the primary reason for the collapse of the Sokoto Caliphate in 1903?
A. The British colonial powers' military conquest
B. The internal power struggles and conflicts among the Hausa-Fulani aristocracy
C. The economic decline and poverty among the common people
D. The influence of Western education and modernization
Question 13
A diagram of a simple circuit is shown below.
A. The circuit is a closed circuit.
B. The circuit is an open circuit.
C. The circuit is a series circuit.
D. The circuit is a parallel circuit.
Question 14
The Nigerian government has introduced a new policy to increase the production of rice in the country. Which of the following is a major advantage of this policy?
A. Increased employment opportunities
B. Improved standard of living
C. Increased food security
D. Reduced poverty rate
Question 15
The Niger Delta region is rich in what type of resources?
A. Oil and Gas
B. Coal and Iron Ore
C. Copper and Gold
D. Diamond and Uranium

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