POST UTME EKSU 2025 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria provides for the establishment of a National Human Rights Commission. What is the main purpose of this Commission?
A. To promote and protect human rights
B. To investigate and prosecute human rights abuses
C. To provide legal aid to victims of human rights abuses
D. To educate the public on human rights issues
Question 2
The concept of 'ubuntu' is a central theme in which of the following literary works?
A. Things Fall Apart
B. The Lion and the Jewel
C. The Palm Wine Drinkard
D. The Joys of Motherhood
Question 3
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 a key objective 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 regional security and stability
D. To promote cultural exchange among member states
Question 4
In the context of Nigerian history, the Hausa Kingdom was a powerful empire that existed from the 14th to the 19th century. Which of the following was a major factor that contributed to the decline of the Hausa Kingdom?
A. The influence of European colonizers
B. The rise of the Fulani Empire
C. The impact of the trans-Saharan trade
D. The effects of the Borno Empire's expansion
Question 5
The 2023 general election in Nigeria was characterized by a high level of voter apathy. What could be the possible reasons for this phenomenon?
A. Lack of confidence in the electoral process
B. Poor voter education and awareness
C. Inadequate representation of women and youth in politics
D. Economic hardship and poverty
Question 6
A company has a profit of 100,000 and a total investment of 500,000. What is the return on investment (ROI) of the company?
A. 20%
B. 25%
C. 30%
D. 35%
Question 7
The pre-colonial administration of the Hausa Kingdom was characterized by a complex system of governance that included a number of different levels of authority. Which of the following was a key feature of the Hausa Kingdom's system of governance?
A. A centralized system of governance with a single ruler
B. A decentralized system of governance with multiple levels of authority
C. A system of governance based on kinship and clan ties
D. A system of governance based on trade and commerce
Question 8
In the context of international relations, the concept of 'soft power' was first introduced by Joseph Nye in 1990. What does the term 'soft power' refer to?
A. The ability of a state to project military power
B. The ability of a state to influence other states through cultural and ideological means
C. The ability of a state to impose its will on other states through economic coercion
D. The ability of a state to maintain its sovereignty and independence
Question 9
The concept of 'rule of law' in the Nigerian Constitution is based on the idea of?
A. The supremacy of the Constitution
B. The independence of the judiciary
C. The accountability of the government
D. The protection of individual rights and freedoms
Question 10
What is the primary function of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in the global economy?
A. To regulate international trade
B. To provide emergency loans to countries facing economic difficulties
C. To promote economic growth and development
D. To stabilize exchange rates
Question 11
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria provides for the establishment of a National Human Rights Commission. What is the main purpose of this Commission?
A. To promote and protect human rights
B. To investigate and prosecute human rights abuses
C. To provide legal aid to victims of human rights abuses
D. To educate the public on human rights issues
Question 12
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is based on which of the following principles?
A. Federalism
B. Unitarism
C. Confederalism
D. Decentralization
Question 13
The OPEC (Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries) is a cartel of oil-producing countries that aims to coordinate and unify petroleum policies among its member countries. Which of the following is a primary goal of OPEC?
A. To reduce global oil prices
B. To increase oil production among member countries
C. To stabilize global oil markets
D. To promote the use of renewable energy sources
Question 14
The diagram below shows the structure of a typical Nigerian savanna ecosystem. Which of the following animals is most likely to be found in the forest layer?
A. Gazelle
B. Monkey
C. Lion
D. Hyena
Question 15
A recent study found that the average temperature in Nigeria has increased by 1.5°C over the past decade. What could be the possible causes of this trend?
A. Deforestation and land degradation
B. Climate change due to global warming
C. Urbanization and industrialization
D. Agricultural activities and livestock farming

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