POST UTME EKSU 2017 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of power is closely related to the idea of authority. Discuss the relationship between power and authority, and explain how they are different.
A. Power is the ability to influence the behavior of others, while authority is the legitimate right to make decisions.
B. Authority is the source of power, while power is the ability to make decisions.
C. Power and authority are interchangeable terms.
D. Power is the legitimate right to make decisions, while authority is the ability to influence the behavior of others.
Question 2
A country has a parliamentary system of government, where the head of government is the prime minister. Which of the following best describes the relationship between the prime minister and the monarch?
A. The prime minister is appointed by the monarch and serves at their pleasure.
B. The prime minister is elected by the legislature and serves a fixed term.
C. The prime minister has the power to dissolve the legislature and call for new elections.
D. The prime minister has the power to appoint the head of the legislature.
Question 3
The concept of 'checks and balances' in a presidential system of government is a mechanism to prevent the concentration of power in the hands of one person. Which of the following is NOT a check on the power of the President?
A. The power to appoint judges
B. The power to veto legislation
C. The power to declare war
D. The power to appoint the head of the central bank
Question 4
The concept of foreign policy is closely related to the idea of international relations. Discuss the role of foreign policy in international relations, and explain how it contributes to the security and prosperity of a nation.
A. Foreign policy plays a crucial role in international relations by promoting the security and prosperity of a nation through diplomacy and negotiation.
B. Foreign policy is not directly involved in international relations, as it is primarily concerned with the internal affairs of a nation.
C. Foreign policy is responsible for the defense of a nation, but it does not contribute to its security and prosperity.
D. Foreign policy is not necessary in international relations, as a nation can still maintain its security and prosperity without it.
Question 5
The concept of public administration in Nigeria is based on the principle of efficiency and effectiveness. Which of the following is a characteristic of the Nigerian public service?
A. The public service is composed of only civil servants
B. The public service is responsible for the administration of all government agencies
C. The public service is based on the principle of meritocracy
D. The public service is responsible for the formulation of government policies
Question 6
The concept of legitimacy in a political system is closely related to the idea of authority. Discuss the relationship between legitimacy and authority, and explain how they are different.
A. Legitimacy is the acceptance of authority by the people, while authority is the power to make decisions.
B. Authority is the source of legitimacy, while legitimacy is the acceptance of authority.
C. Legitimacy and authority are interchangeable terms.
D. Legitimacy is the power to make decisions, while authority is the acceptance of those decisions.
Question 7
The concept of human rights is closely related to the idea of social justice. Discuss the relationship between human rights and social justice in the context of Nigeria's human rights record.
A. Human rights are a means of achieving social justice.
B. Social justice is a means of enforcing human rights.
C. Human rights and social justice are separate concepts.
D. Human rights are a principle that guides the interpretation of social justice.
Question 8
The concept of checks and balances in a democratic system is primarily designed to prevent the concentration of power in the hands of one individual or institution. Which of the following is NOT a mechanism of checks and balances?
A. Separation of Powers
B. Independent Judiciary
C. Legislative Override
D. Executive Privilege
Question 9
In the context of Nigeria's constitutional development, what is the significance of the 1963 Republican Constitution?
A. The 1963 Republican Constitution marked a significant shift towards federalism, decentralizing power and increasing regional autonomy.
B. The 1963 Republican Constitution was a major step towards the adoption of a presidential system of government, replacing the parliamentary system.
C. The 1963 Republican Constitution was a response to the challenges of regionalism, promoting national unity and integration.
D. The 1963 Republican Constitution had little impact on Nigeria's constitutional development, as it was largely a continuation of previous constitutional arrangements.
Question 10
The concept of constitutionalism is closely tied 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 ensuring that the rule of law is upheld.
B. The rule of law is a prerequisite for constitutionalism.
C. Constitutionalism is a form of government that is opposed to the rule of law.
D. The rule of law is a means of limiting the power of the government.
Question 11
The concept of authority is closely tied to the idea of power. Discuss the relationship between these two concepts, using examples from the Nigerian context.
A. Authority is the legitimate power to make decisions.
B. Authority is the power to enforce decisions.
C. Authority is the power to make laws.
D. Authority is the power to interpret laws.
Question 12
The concept of power is central to the study of government. Discuss the different types of power, including legitimate and illegitimate power, and provide examples from the Nigerian context.
A. Legitimate power is power that is derived from the consent of the people.
B. Illegitimate power is power that is derived from force or coercion.
C. Legitimate power is power that is derived from the government.
D. Illegitimate power is power that is derived from the people.
Question 13
The concept of foreign policy is closely related to the idea of international relations. Discuss the relationship between foreign policy and international relations in the context of Nigeria's foreign policy.
A. Foreign policy is a means of enforcing international relations.
B. International relations is a means of enforcing foreign policy.
C. Foreign policy and international relations are separate concepts.
D. Foreign policy is a principle that guides the interpretation of international relations.
Question 14
The concept of human rights is closely related to the idea of individual freedom. Discuss how human rights are essential to the functioning of a democratic society.
A. Human rights are essential to the functioning of a democratic society because they promote individual freedom and prevent the abuse of power.
B. Human rights are not essential to the functioning of a democratic society because they can lead to social unrest and conflict.
C. Human rights are essential to the functioning of a democratic society because they promote economic growth and development.
D. Human rights are not essential to the functioning of a democratic society because they can lead to inefficiency and bureaucratic red tape.
Question 15
In a federal system of government, power is divided between the central government and the constituent units. Which of the following is a characteristic of a federal system?
A. The central government has absolute power
B. The constituent units have absolute power
C. Power is divided between the central government and the constituent units
D. There is no division of power

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