POST UTME CALEB UNIVERSITY 2023 Government | Objective

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Question 1
In the context of Nigeria's electoral system, what is the significance of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in ensuring the integrity of the electoral process?
A. INEC is responsible for conducting elections and ensuring the accuracy of vote counts.
B. INEC is responsible for registering political parties and candidates for elections.
C. INEC is responsible for investigating electoral malpractices and ensuring the integrity of the electoral process.
D. INEC is not directly involved in the electoral process and only provides technical support.
Question 2
The concept of constitutionalism is closely related to the idea of the rule of law. Which of the following best describes the relationship between constitutionalism and the rule of law?
A. Constitutionalism is a means of enforcing the rule of law
B. The rule of law is a means of enforcing constitutionalism
C. Constitutionalism and the rule of law are mutually exclusive
D. Constitutionalism is a form of the rule of law
Question 3
The concept of authority is closely tied to the concept of power. Discuss how authority is exercised and maintained in a democratic system.
A. Authority is exercised through the use of coercion and force.
B. Authority is exercised through the use of persuasion and influence.
C. Authority is exercised through the use of institutions and procedures.
D. Authority is not exercised in a democratic system and is only relevant in authoritarian regimes.
Question 4
The pre-colonial administration of a country was characterized by a decentralized system of governance. What were the primary advantages of this system?
A. It promoted national unity and stability
B. It allowed for greater local autonomy and decision-making
C. It facilitated the collection of taxes and provision of services
D. It enabled the country to resist external colonization
Question 5
The concept of human rights is closely tied to the idea of the rule of law. Which of the following is a key principle of human rights?
A. The right to life, liberty, and security of person
B. The right to freedom of speech and assembly
C. The right to a fair trial and equal protection under the law
D. The right to participate in government and hold public office
Question 6
What is the primary function of the Electoral College in the United States?
A. To ensure equal representation of all states
B. To provide a mechanism for indirect election of the President
C. To promote national unity
D. To reduce the influence of urban areas
Question 7
In the context of pre-colonial administration in Nigeria, what was the primary function of the Ogboni society?
A. To maintain law and order
B. To collect taxes and tributes
C. To provide spiritual guidance
D. To resolve disputes and mediate conflicts
Question 8
The concept of the rule of law is closely tied to the idea of the separation of powers in a system of government. Which of the following is a key principle of the rule of law?
A. The government is accountable to the people
B. The government has the power to make laws without input from the people
C. The government is responsible for upholding the law
D. The government has the power to interpret the law
Question 9
In a federal system of government, which of the following is a characteristic of the relationship between the central government and the constituent units?
A. The central government has absolute authority over the constituent units.
B. The constituent units have autonomy to make decisions on their own.
C. The central government and constituent units share powers and responsibilities.
D. The constituent units are completely independent of the central government.
Question 10
A local government council has the power to collect taxes and provide basic services to its constituents. What is the primary source of its authority?
A. The state government
B. The federal government
C. The local government charter
D. The people of the local government area
Question 11
The concept of human rights is often associated with the protection of individual freedoms. Discuss the relationship between human rights and individual freedoms, and provide examples of how human rights are protected and violated in different contexts.
A. Human rights are synonymous with individual freedoms, and are protected by international law.
B. Human rights are not synonymous with individual freedoms, and are protected by national law.
C. Human rights are protected by international law, but individual freedoms are protected by national law.
D. Human rights are not protected by international law, and individual freedoms are not protected by national law.
Question 12
In a system of government where the executive, legislative, and judicial branches are separate, what is the primary mechanism for preventing the concentration of power?
A. Checks and balances
B. Separation of powers
C. Federalism
D. Unitary government
Question 13
In the context of human rights, which of the following is an example of a positive right?
A. Right to life
B. Right to freedom of speech
C. Right to education
D. Right to a fair trial
Question 14
A local government council has a budget of ₦500 million. If the council wants to allocate 30% of the budget to education, how much will be allocated to education?
A. ₦150,000,000
B. ₦175,000,000
C. ₦200,000,000
D. ₦225,000,000
Question 15
The concept of power in political systems is often associated with the ability to influence decision-making. Discuss the different forms of power, including coercive, legitimate, and expert power, and provide examples of how each type of power is exercised in different contexts.
A. Coercive power is the most effective form of power, as it is based on the threat of force.
B. Legitimate power is the most effective form of power, as it is based on the consent of those being influenced.
C. Expert power is the most effective form of power, as it is based on knowledge and expertise.
D. All forms of power are equally effective, depending on the context.

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