POST UTME COVENANT UNIVERSITY 2019 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has been instrumental in promoting economic integration in West Africa. Discuss the role of ECOWAS in promoting economic integration in the region.
A. ECOWAS has been successful in promoting economic integration in West Africa through its free trade area.
B. ECOWAS has been successful in promoting economic integration in West Africa through its monetary union.
C. ECOWAS has been unsuccessful in promoting economic integration in West Africa.
D. ECOWAS has not played a significant role in promoting economic integration in West Africa.
Question 2
The concept of legitimacy in government is closely related to the idea of authority. Discuss how the legitimacy of a government can be affected by the level of authority it exercises over its citizens in a democratic system.
A. Legitimacy is directly proportional to the level of authority exercised.
B. Legitimacy is inversely proportional to the level of authority exercised.
C. Legitimacy is not affected by the level of authority exercised.
D. Legitimacy is only affected by the level of authority exercised in extreme cases.
Question 3
Analyze the concept of legitimacy in the context of pre-colonial administration in Nigeria. How did the traditional rulers maintain their power and authority?
A. Through the use of force and coercion
B. By establishing a system of checks and balances
C. By maintaining a strong connection with the spiritual realm
D. By ensuring the welfare of their subjects
Question 4
The concept of foreign policy refers to the actions and decisions of a government regarding its relations with other countries. Which of the following best describes the primary goal of foreign policy?
A. To promote the economic interests of the country.
B. To protect the national security of the country.
C. To promote the cultural interests of the country.
D. To promote the humanitarian interests of the country.
Question 5
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) was adopted by which of the following international organizations in 1948?
A. United Nations
B. African Union
C. European Union
D. League of Nations
Question 6
The concept of foreign policy refers to the actions and decisions of a government regarding its relations with other countries. Which of the following best describes the primary goal of foreign policy?
A. To promote the economic interests of the country.
B. To protect the national security of the country.
C. To promote the cultural interests of the country.
D. To promote the humanitarian interests of the country.
Question 7
The United Nations has been criticized for its inability to prevent humanitarian crises. Discuss the role of the UN in preventing humanitarian crises.
A. The UN has a primary responsibility to prevent humanitarian crises.
B. The UN has a secondary responsibility to prevent humanitarian crises.
C. The UN has no responsibility to prevent humanitarian crises.
D. The UN's role in preventing humanitarian crises is limited to providing humanitarian aid.
Question 8
The concept of legitimacy in government is closely related to the idea of authority. Discuss how the legitimacy of a government can be affected by the level of authority it exercises over its citizens.
A. Legitimacy is directly proportional to the level of authority exercised.
B. Legitimacy is inversely proportional to the level of authority exercised.
C. Legitimacy is not affected by the level of authority exercised.
D. Legitimacy is only affected by the level of authority exercised in extreme cases.
Question 9
In a presidential system of government, the president serves as both the head of state and the head of government. What is the primary advantage of this system?
A. Separation of powers
B. Concentration of power
C. Increased accountability
D. Reduced bureaucracy
Question 10
The concept of checks and balances in a system of government refers to the division of power among separate branches or institutions, such that no one branch or institution has complete control over the others. Which of the following best describes the purpose of checks and balances?
A. To prevent the concentration of power in one branch or institution.
B. To promote the efficiency of government by allowing one branch or institution to dominate the others.
C. To ensure that the government is accountable to the people.
D. To provide a means for the government to impose its will on the people.
Question 11
The concept of legitimacy in international relations is closely tied to the idea of sovereignty. Discuss the relationship between legitimacy and sovereignty.
A. Legitimacy is a product of sovereignty.
B. Sovereignty is a product of legitimacy.
C. Legitimacy and sovereignty are two distinct concepts.
D. Legitimacy is a necessary condition for sovereignty.
Question 12
The concept of checks and balances in a system of government is designed to prevent the concentration of power in any one branch. Which of the following is an example of a check on the legislative branch?
A. The power to declare war
B. The power to appoint federal judges
C. The power to approve or reject presidential appointments
D. The power to impose taxes
Question 13
The concept of power in international relations is closely tied to the idea of authority. Discuss the relationship between power and authority.
A. Power is a necessary condition for authority.
B. Authority is a necessary condition for power.
C. Power and authority are two distinct concepts.
D. Power and authority are interchangeable terms.
Question 14
The concept of 'civil society' was first introduced by which of the following philosophers?
A. Aristotle
B. Thomas Hobbes
C. Jean-Jacques Rousseau
D. Immanuel Kant
Question 15
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has a unique structure that allows for the integration of its member states. Which of the following is a key feature of this structure?
A. ECOWAS has a rotating presidency
B. ECOWAS has a permanent secretary-general
C. ECOWAS has a unicameral legislature
D. ECOWAS has a bicameral legislature

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