POST UTME ELIZADE UNIVERSITY 2019 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of human rights is rooted in the idea of protecting the dignity and well-being of individuals. Which of the following is a fundamental human right?
A. The right to life
B. The right to freedom of speech
C. The right to a fair trial
D. The right to own property
Question 2
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) was established in 1975 to promote economic integration and cooperation among its member states. Which of the following is a key objective of ECOWAS?
A. To promote free trade and investment
B. To establish a common currency
C. To coordinate economic policies
D. To provide humanitarian aid
Question 3
The concept of power in a political system refers to the ability of a person or group to influence the behavior of others. What is the primary source of power in a democratic system?
A. The Constitution
B. The people's consent
C. The government's authority
D. The media's influence
Question 4
The concept of power in international relations refers to the ability of a state or organization to influence the behavior of others. Which of the following is a key source of power?
A. Economic power
B. Military power
C. Cultural power
D. All of the above
Question 5
In a federal system of government, what is the primary function of the legislative branch in relation to the executive branch?
A. To provide checks and balances on the executive branch
B. To serve as the supreme law-making body
C. To appoint judges and other high-ranking officials
D. To declare war and negotiate treaties
Question 6
The concept of legitimacy in a political system refers to the acceptance of the government's authority by the people. What is the primary factor that contributes to the legitimacy of a government?
A. The government's performance
B. The people's consent
C. The government's power
D. The media's influence
Question 7
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 trade among its member states.
B. To establish a common currency among its member states.
C. To promote economic cooperation among its member states.
D. To establish a common defense policy among its member states.
Question 8
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. Concentration of power in the central government
B. Separation of powers
C. Division of power between the central government and constituent units
D. Absence of a written constitution
Question 9
The 1963 Republican Constitution of Nigeria was a significant milestone in the country's constitutional development. Which of the following was a key feature of this constitution?
A. The establishment of a federal system of government.
B. The creation of a presidential system of government.
C. The introduction of a parliamentary system of government.
D. The establishment of a unitary system of government.
Question 10
The concept of power in the context of government is often associated with the ability of an individual or group to influence the actions of others. However, this definition can be problematic as it may lead to the assumption that power is solely a product of individual characteristics. Discuss this issue and provide a more nuanced understanding of power in government.
A. Power is solely a product of individual characteristics.
B. Power is a product of both individual and structural factors.
C. Power is solely a product of structural factors.
D. Power is not a relevant concept in government.
Question 11
The Local Government System in Nigeria is based on the 1976 Local Government Reform. Which of the following is a key feature of this system?
A. The establishment of a two-tier system of local government.
B. The creation of a single-tier system of local government.
C. The introduction of a decentralized system of local government.
D. The establishment of a centralized system of local government.
Question 12
The pre-colonial administration in West Africa was characterized by the existence of various kingdoms and empires. Which of the following was a key feature of these kingdoms?
A. They were all monarchies
B. They were all feudal societies
C. They were all organized around trade and commerce
D. They were all highly centralized
Question 13
The concept of the rule of law in Nigeria is based on the idea that the government and citizens are subject to the law. Which of the following best describes the relationship between the government and the citizens?
A. The government has complete control over the citizens, while the citizens have no rights.
B. The government has the power to make laws, while the citizens have the power to enforce laws.
C. The government and citizens are subject to the law, with the government having the power to make laws and the citizens having the power to enforce laws.
D. The citizens have complete control over the government, while the government has no authority.
Question 14
In the context of international relations, what is the term for a country's ability to influence the actions of other countries?
A. Power
B. Influence
C. Interdependence
D. Globalization
Question 15
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has played a significant role in promoting economic integration and cooperation in West Africa. However, its effectiveness has been criticized due to its inability to address the issue of corruption. Discuss the implications of this limitation and provide suggestions for improving ECOWAS's effectiveness.
A. ECOWAS's inability to address corruption has led to a decline in its effectiveness.
B. ECOWAS's inability to address corruption has led to an increase in its effectiveness.
C. ECOWAS's inability to address corruption has had no significant implications.
D. ECOWAS's inability to address corruption is a necessary limitation.

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