POST UTME CALEB UNIVERSITY 2017 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The African Union has been instrumental in promoting peace and security in the continent. Discuss the role of the AU in promoting peace and security, using examples from its member states.
A. The AU has been successful in promoting peace and security through its peacekeeping missions.
B. The AU has been successful in promoting peace and security through its mediation efforts.
C. The AU has been successful in promoting peace and security through its economic development programs.
D. The AU has not been successful in promoting peace and security.
Question 2
The Nigerian Constitution provides for the protection of the rights of women. Which of the following rights is guaranteed by the Constitution?
A. The right to equal pay for equal work.
B. The right to freedom from discrimination on the basis of sex.
C. The right to participate in the electoral process.
D. The right to own property.
Question 3
The concept of federal character is a fundamental principle of Nigerian federalism. Discuss the federal character principle in the Nigerian Constitution, using examples from the allocation of resources and appointments.
A. The federal character principle is a means of promoting equality among states.
B. The principle is a means of promoting efficiency in government.
C. The principle is a means of reducing the workload of government officials.
D. The principle is not recognized in the Nigerian Constitution.
Question 4
The concept of local government in Nigeria is based on the idea of decentralization. Which of the following is a characteristic of local government?
A. The concentration of power in the hands of the central government.
B. The division of power between the central government and the local government.
C. The abolition of the local government and the creation of a single, unified government.
D. The establishment of a military dictatorship.
Question 5
The concept of power in political systems is closely related to the idea of authority. Discuss the relationship between power and authority, and explain how they are distinct concepts.
A. Power is a necessary condition for authority, but not a sufficient one.
B. Authority is a necessary condition for power, but not a sufficient one.
C. Power and authority are interchangeable terms.
D. Power is a concept that is separate from authority.
Question 6
The United Nations (UN) is an international organization that plays a crucial role in promoting peace and security globally. Discuss the UN's role in promoting peace and security, and explain its limitations.
A. The UN has the power to impose sanctions on member states that violate international law.
B. The UN has the power to deploy peacekeeping forces to conflict zones.
C. The UN has the power to impose economic sanctions on member states that violate human rights.
D. The UN has the power to declare war on member states that violate international law.
Question 7
The Nigerian Constitution provides for the protection of human rights. Which of the following rights is guaranteed by the Constitution?
A. The right to life, liberty, and security of person.
B. The right to freedom of expression and association.
C. The right to a fair trial and equal protection under the law.
D. The right to vote and participate in the electoral process.
Question 8
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 implementing the rule of law.
B. The rule of law is a prerequisite for constitutionalism.
C. Constitutionalism and the rule of law are mutually exclusive concepts.
D. The Nigerian Constitution does not recognize the concept of constitutionalism.
Question 9
The concept of separation of powers is a fundamental principle of constitutionalism. Discuss the separation of powers in the Nigerian Constitution, using examples from the legislative, executive, and judicial branches.
A. The separation of powers is a means of preventing the concentration of power in one branch of government.
B. The separation of powers is a means of promoting efficiency in government.
C. The separation of powers is a means of reducing the workload of government officials.
D. The separation of powers is not recognized in the Nigerian Constitution.
Question 10
The concept of constitutionalism in Nigeria is rooted in the idea of the rule of law. Which of the following best describes the relationship between the Constitution and the rule of law?
A. The Constitution is a set of rules that govern the behavior of citizens, while the rule of law refers to the application of these rules by the government.
B. The Constitution is a supreme law that establishes the framework for the rule of law, which is enforced by the government.
C. The Constitution is a document that outlines the principles of the rule of law, but it is not a set of rules that govern the behavior of citizens.
D. The rule of law is a concept that is separate from the Constitution, and it refers to the idea that the government should be subject to the law.
Question 11
The concept of checks and balances in a democratic system is designed to prevent the concentration of power in the hands of one individual or institution. Which of the following is an example of a check on the power of the executive?
A. The legislative branch has the power to impeach the president
B. The judicial branch has the power to declare laws passed by the legislature as unconstitutional
C. The executive branch has the power to veto laws passed by the legislature
D. The legislative branch has the power to appoint judges to the judiciary
Question 12
The concept of public administration is concerned with the implementation of policies and programs at the local level. Which of the following is a characteristic of public administration?
A. Public administration is concerned with the formulation of policies
B. Public administration is concerned with the implementation of policies
C. Public administration is concerned with the evaluation of policies
D. Public administration is concerned with the enforcement of laws
Question 13
The concept of federalism in Nigeria is based on the idea of a decentralized system of government. Which of the following is a characteristic of federalism?
A. The concentration of power in the hands of the central government.
B. The division of power between the central government and the states.
C. The abolition of the states and the creation of a single, unified government.
D. The establishment of a military dictatorship.
Question 14
The concept of human rights is based on the idea that all individuals are born with inherent dignity and worth. Which of the following is a fundamental human right?
A. The right to life
B. The right to freedom of speech
C. The right to a fair trial
D. The right to education
Question 15
The 1963 Republican Constitution of Nigeria provided for a parliamentary system of government. Which of the following was a characteristic of this system?
A. Separation of powers between the executive, legislative, and judicial branches
B. A presidential system of government
C. A unicameral legislature
D. A federal system of government

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