POST UTME ELIZADE UNIVERSITY 2018 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of foreign policy in Nigeria refers to the country's interactions with other nations and international organizations. Discuss the key features of Nigeria's foreign policy, with particular reference to its relations with the United Kingdom, the United States, and the European Union.
A. Nigeria's foreign policy is primarily driven by economic interests.
B. Nigeria's foreign policy is primarily driven by security concerns.
C. Nigeria's foreign policy is primarily driven by cultural and historical ties with other nations.
D. Nigeria's foreign policy is primarily driven by a desire to promote democracy and human rights.
Question 2
The African Union's (AU) primary objective is to promote economic, political, and social integration among its member states. Which of the following best describes the AU's approach to regional integration?
A. A gradual and incremental approach, with a focus on building trust and cooperation among member states.
B. A rapid and comprehensive approach, with a focus on creating a single market and customs union.
C. A flexible and adaptive approach, with a focus on responding to the needs and priorities of member states.
D. A top-down approach, with a focus on imposing a single set of policies and institutions on all member states.
Question 3
The concept of sovereignty is a fundamental principle of international law. Which of the following is a characteristic of sovereignty?
A. The right of a state to make its own decisions without external interference
B. The right of a state to impose its will on other states
C. The right of a state to participate in international organizations
D. The right of a state to use force against other states
Question 4
The United Nations (UN) has a number of specialized agencies that work to promote economic and social development. Which of the following is a specialized agency of the UN?
A. The World Health Organization (WHO)
B. The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
C. The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)
D. The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)
Question 5
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria provides for the creation of local governments. Discuss the role of local governments in the Nigerian system of government.
A. Local governments are responsible for providing basic services such as healthcare and education to their citizens.
B. Local governments are responsible for collecting taxes and providing infrastructure such as roads and bridges.
C. Local governments are responsible for providing security and maintaining law and order in their areas.
D. Local governments are responsible for representing the interests of their citizens at the national level.
Question 6
The principle of sovereignty is a fundamental concept in international relations. Which of the following is a characteristic of sovereignty?
A. Supremacy of the state
B. Inviolability of the state
C. Equality of states
D. Interdependence of states
Question 7
The concept of power is closely related to the concept of authority. Discuss the relationship between these two concepts, using examples from the Nigerian Constitution.
A. Power is the ability to make decisions, while authority is the right to make decisions.
B. Power is the right to make decisions, while authority is the ability to make decisions.
C. Power is the ability to make decisions, while authority is the power to make decisions.
D. Power is the right to make decisions, while authority is the authority to make decisions.
Question 8
The concept of checks and balances is a mechanism that prevents any one branch of government from becoming too powerful. Which of the following is an example of a check on the legislative branch?
A. The power of the executive to veto legislation
B. The power of the judiciary to declare laws unconstitutional
C. The power of the legislative branch to impeach the executive
D. The power of the executive to appoint judges
Question 9
The concept of pre-colonial administration refers to the system 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. The use of a centralized state
B. The use of a decentralized state
C. The use of a feudal system
D. The use of a tribal system
Question 10
The concept of the rule of law is closely related to the idea of constitutionalism. Discuss how the rule of law is essential to the functioning of a constitutional democracy in Nigeria.
A. The rule of law ensures that the government and its institutions are accountable to the people.
B. The rule of law promotes the protection of individual rights and freedoms.
C. The rule of law facilitates the peaceful transfer of power in Nigeria.
D. The rule of law is not essential to the functioning of a constitutional democracy.
Question 11
The concept of globalization refers to the increasing interconnectedness of the world's economies, societies, and cultures. Which of the following is a characteristic of globalization?
A. The increasing interconnectedness of the world's economies, societies, and cultures
B. The decreasing interconnectedness of the world's economies, societies, and cultures
C. The absence of global connections
D. The presence of local connections only
Question 12
The concept of sovereignty in international relations is often associated with the idea of a state's absolute authority over its territory and population. However, this concept has evolved over time to include new dimensions and challenges. Which of the following best describes the current understanding of sovereignty?
A. Sovereignty refers to a state's absolute authority over its territory and population, with no external interference or influence.
B. Sovereignty refers to a state's ability to make decisions and take actions within its territory, subject to international law and norms.
C. Sovereignty refers to a state's responsibility to protect its citizens and maintain order within its territory, with international assistance and cooperation.
D. Sovereignty refers to a state's ability to participate in international organizations and agreements, with a loss of autonomy and decision-making power.
Question 13
The concept of federalism is a system of government in which power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units. Which of the following is a characteristic of federalism?
A. The division of power between a central authority and constituent political units
B. The concentration of power in a central authority
C. The absence of a central authority
D. The presence of a strong central authority
Question 14
The Local Government Autonomy Act of 2018 aimed to grant more powers to which level of government?
A. Federal Government
B. State Government
C. Local Government
D. Traditional Rulers
Question 15
The concept of pre-colonial administration in Nigeria refers to the systems of governance that existed in the country before the arrival of European colonizers. Describe the pre-colonial administrative systems of the Hausa, Igbo, and Yoruba kingdoms, with particular reference to their organizational structures and decision-making processes.
A. The Hausa, Igbo, and Yoruba kingdoms had similar administrative systems, with a strong emphasis on decentralized decision-making.
B. The Hausa kingdom had a more centralized administrative system than the Igbo and Yoruba kingdoms.
C. The Igbo kingdom had a more decentralized administrative system than the Hausa and Yoruba kingdoms.
D. The Yoruba kingdom had a more centralized administrative system than the Hausa and Igbo kingdoms.

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