POST UTME ELIZADE UNIVERSITY 2017 Government | Objective

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Question 1
A country's foreign policy is guided by the principle of non-interference in the internal affairs of other nations. Analyze the implications of this policy on the country's relations with other nations and its global influence.
A. The country's relations with other nations will be strained due to its refusal to intervene in their internal affairs.
B. The country's global influence will be enhanced due to its commitment to non-interference.
C. The country will have to adopt a more interventionist foreign policy to protect its national interests.
D. The country's foreign policy will be seen as hypocritical due to its own internal human rights abuses.
Question 2
The concept of sovereignty in international relations is closely tied to the idea of statehood. Discuss the relationship between these two concepts, using the example of a newly independent state.
A. Sovereignty is a necessary condition for statehood, but not a sufficient one.
B. Statehood is a necessary condition for sovereignty, but not a sufficient one.
C. Sovereignty and statehood are interchangeable concepts.
D. Sovereignty is a product of statehood, but not the other way around.
Question 3
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria provides for the creation of a National Human Rights Commission. Which of the following is a function of the National Human Rights Commission?
A. To investigate human rights abuses
B. To promote human rights awareness
C. To provide legal aid to victims of human rights abuses
D. To monitor the implementation of human rights treaties
Question 4
A country is a member of the ECOWAS community. Analyze the implications of this membership on the country's foreign policy and its relations with other member states.
A. The country's foreign policy will be heavily influenced by ECOWAS, leading to a decline in its global influence.
B. The country will have greater access to regional markets and resources through ECOWAS membership.
C. The country's relations with other member states will be strained due to cultural and linguistic differences.
D. The country will have to adopt a common currency with other ECOWAS member states.
Question 5
The pre-colonial administration of Nigeria was characterized by the existence of various kingdoms and empires. Which of the following was a major feature of the pre-colonial administration of the Hausa Kingdom?
A. The existence of a strong centralized government
B. The existence of a decentralized system of government
C. The existence of a system of government based on Islamic law
D. The existence of a system of government based on traditional customs and practices
Question 6
In the context of electoral systems, what is the primary advantage of a proportional representation system?
A. It ensures that the party with the most votes wins the election
B. It allows for a more accurate representation of the popular vote
C. It reduces the number of parties in the legislature
D. It increases the number of seats for the ruling party
Question 7
The Local Government system in Nigeria is based on the 1976 Local Government Reform. Which of the following is a characteristic of the 1976 Local Government Reform?
A. It established a three-tier system of government
B. It established a two-tier system of government
C. It abolished the local government system
D. It established a one-tier system of government
Question 8
The concept of 'Separation of Powers' in the Nigerian Constitution is a direct adaptation from which of the following countries?
A. United States of America
B. United Kingdom
C. France
D. Germany
Question 9
The concept of 'checks and balances' is a key feature of the Nigerian Constitution. Which of the following is an example of a check on the power of the National Assembly?
A. The power of the President to dissolve the National Assembly
B. The power of the National Assembly to impeach the President
C. The power of the President to veto legislation passed by the National Assembly
D. The power of the National Assembly to approve the President's appointments
Question 10
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 political unity among its member states
B. To establish a common currency among its member states
C. To promote economic integration among its member states
D. To establish a common defense policy among its member states
Question 11
Constitutionalism is a system of government that emphasizes the importance of a constitution in limiting the power of the government and protecting individual rights. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of constitutionalism, using the example of the United States.
A. Advantages: promotes national unity, encourages economic growth, and reduces regional inequality.
B. Disadvantages: can lead to inefficiency, promotes regional conflict, and hinders national integration.
C. Advantages: promotes regional autonomy, encourages economic development, and reduces the risk of conflict.
D. Disadvantages: can lead to regional inequality, promotes national inequality, and hinders regional autonomy.
Question 12
The 1963 Constitution of Nigeria established a federal system of government with three tiers of government: federal, state, and local government. Which of the following is a power reserved for the federal government?
A. foreign policy
B. education
C. health
D. environmental protection
Question 13
The United Nations Security Council has 15 members, including 5 permanent members with veto power. Which of the following is NOT one of the permanent members?
A. China
B. France
C. Germany
D. United Kingdom
Question 14
The concept of 'pre-colonial administration' refers to the systems of governance that existed in Africa before the arrival of European colonizers. Which of the following was a characteristic of pre-colonial administration in West Africa?
A. centralized government
B. decentralized government
C. feudal system
D. tribal system
Question 15
The United Nations (UN) is an international organization that was established in 1945. Which of the following is a goal of the UN?
A. To promote economic development among its member states
B. To promote peace and security among its member states
C. To promote social development among its member states
D. To promote cultural development among its member states

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