POST UTME DELSU 2023 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) was established in 1975 with the aim of promoting economic integration among its member states. Which of the following is NOT one of the main objectives of ECOWAS?
A. To promote free movement of people and goods among member states
B. To establish a common currency among member states
C. To promote peace and security among member states
Correct D. To promote the use of English as a common language among member states

Correct Answer: D

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Question 2
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of community and interdependence. Which of the following best describes the meaning of 'ubuntu'?
A. I am because I am
Correct B. I am because we are
C. We are because we are
D. We are because I am

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria established a presidential system of government. Which of the following is a key feature of this system?
Correct A. Separation of powers between the executive, legislative, and judicial branches
B. Concentration of power in the hands of the president
C. Direct election of the president by the people
D. Indirect election of the president by the National Assembly

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
The concept of 'sankofa' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of learning from the past. Which of the following best describes the meaning of 'sankofa'?
Correct A. Go back and fetch it
B. Come back and take it
C. Return and bring it
D. Bring it back and take it

Correct Answer: A

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Question 5
The 1963 Republican Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria established a federal system of government. Which of the following is a key feature of this system?
A. Separation of powers between the executive, legislative, and judicial branches
Correct B. Concentration of power in the hands of the regional governments
C. Direct election of the president by the people
D. Indirect election of the president by the National Assembly

Correct Answer: B

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Question 6
The concept of 'ubuntu' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of community and interdependence. Which of the following best describes the relationship between individuals and the community in 'ubuntu'?
A. Individuals are independent of the community
Correct B. Individuals are dependent on the community
C. Individuals are equal to the community
D. Individuals are superior to the community

Correct Answer: B

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Question 7
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria established a presidential system of government. Which of the following is a key responsibility of the president?
A. To appoint the head of the judiciary
B. To appoint the head of the executive
C. To appoint the head of the legislative
Correct D. To appoint the head of the security agencies

Correct Answer: D

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Question 8
The concept of 'sankofa' in African philosophy emphasizes the importance of learning from the past. Which of the following best describes the relationship between the past and the present in 'sankofa'?
A. The past is separate from the present
Correct B. The past is connected to the present
C. The past is superior to the present
D. The past is inferior to the present

Correct Answer: B

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Question 9
The 1963 Republican Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria established a federal system of government. Which of the following is a key feature of this system?
A. Separation of powers between the executive, legislative, and judicial branches
Correct B. Concentration of power in the hands of the regional governments
C. Direct election of the president by the people
D. Indirect election of the president by the National Assembly

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10
The Ooni of Ife is the traditional ruler of which Yoruba city-state?
Correct A. Ile-Ife
B. Ibadan
C. Oshogbo
D. Osogbo

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
What is the name of the first President of Nigeria after independence?
A. Nnamdi Azikiwe
Correct B. Tafawa Balewa
C. Hussein Muhammad
D. Obafemi Awolowo

Correct Answer: B

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Question 12
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is based on which of the following principles?
Correct A. Federalism
B. Unitarism
C. Confederalism
D. Socialism

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
The concept of 'Ugbo' in Igbo culture refers to?
A. A type of Igbo deity
B. A type of Igbo festival
Correct C. A type of Igbo ancestral spirit
D. A type of Igbo ancestral land

Correct Answer: C

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Question 14
The 1963 Republican Constitution of Nigeria was based on which of the following principles?
A. Federalism
Correct B. Unitarism
C. Confederalism
D. Socialism

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15
The concept of 'Olori' in Yoruba culture refers to?
A. A type of Yoruba deity
B. A type of Yoruba festival
C. A type of Yoruba ancestral spirit
Correct D. A type of Yoruba queen

Correct Answer: D

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Question 16
The 1979 Constitution of Nigeria was based on which of the following principles?
Correct A. Federalism
B. Unitarism
C. Confederalism
D. Socialism

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
The concept of 'Eze' in Igbo culture refers to?
A. A type of Igbo deity
B. A type of Igbo festival
C. A type of Igbo ancestral spirit
Correct D. A type of Igbo king

Correct Answer: D

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Question 18
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is based on which of the following principles?
Correct A. Federalism
B. Unitarism
C. Confederalism
D. Socialism

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
The concept of 'Ooni' in Yoruba culture refers to?
A. A type of Yoruba deity
B. A type of Yoruba festival
C. A type of Yoruba ancestral spirit
Correct D. A type of Yoruba king

Correct Answer: D

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Question 20
The 1963 Republican Constitution of Nigeria was based on which of the following principles?
A. Federalism
Correct B. Unitarism
C. Confederalism
D. Socialism

Correct Answer: B

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Question 21
The concept of 'Urhobo' as a distinct ethnic group in Nigeria was first documented by which of the following historians?
Correct A. Dr. K. O. Dike
B. Dr. Jacob K. Olupona
C. Dr. E. J. Alagoa
D. Dr. M. A. Aniakor

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
The use of 'Igbo-Ukwu' bronze artifacts in Igbo culture dates back to which of the following time periods?
A. Pre-colonial era
B. Colonial era
C. Post-colonial era
Correct D. Bronze Age

Correct Answer: D

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Question 23
The 'Abacha regime' in Nigeria was marked by which of the following characteristics?
Correct A. Authoritarianism
B. Democracy
C. Federalism
D. Socialism

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
The 'Niger Delta' region in Nigeria is known for its rich deposits of which of the following natural resources?
Correct A. Oil
B. Gas
C. Coal
D. Iron ore

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
The 'Yoruba' people in Nigeria have a rich tradition of which of the following art forms?
A. Woodcarving
B. Textile art
C. Pottery
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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