POST UTME ELIZADE UNIVERSITY 2020 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of 'checks and balances' in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing the concentration of power in the hands of one individual or institution. Which of the following is a correct example of checks and balances in the Nigerian Constitution?
A. The President appoints the Chief Justice of Nigeria, who in turn appoints judges to the Supreme Court.
Correct B. The National Assembly has the power to impeach the President, while the President has the power to dissolve the National Assembly.
C. The President has the power to appoint the Governor of a state, while the Governor has the power to appoint the Chief Judge of the state.
D. The President has the power to declare a state of emergency in a state, while the Governor has the power to declare a state of emergency in a local government area.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 2
A company in Nigeria is considering investing in a new project that will require the use of a large amount of water. Which of the following is a correct example of a sustainable practice that the company could adopt?
A. Using a large amount of water to cool the machinery in the factory.
Correct B. Implementing a water conservation program to reduce water usage in the factory.
C. Using a large amount of energy to power the machinery in the factory.
D. Implementing a recycling program to reduce waste in the factory.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
A researcher in Nigeria is conducting a study on the impact of climate change on agriculture in the country. Which of the following is a correct example of a variable that the researcher could measure?
Correct A. The amount of rainfall in a region.
B. The temperature of the soil in a region.
C. The amount of CO2 in the atmosphere.
D. The number of people living in a region.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4
A company in Nigeria is considering investing in a new project that will require the use of a large amount of energy. Which of the following is a correct example of a sustainable practice that the company could adopt?
A. Using a large amount of energy to power the machinery in the factory.
Correct B. Implementing a energy conservation program to reduce energy usage in the factory.
C. Using a large amount of water to cool the machinery in the factory.
D. Implementing a recycling program to reduce waste in the factory.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5
A researcher in Nigeria is conducting a study on the impact of climate change on the economy of the country. Which of the following is a correct example of a variable that the researcher could measure?
A. The amount of rainfall in a region.
B. The temperature of the soil in a region.
Correct C. The amount of CO2 in the atmosphere.
D. The number of people living in a region.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 6
The 1979 Constitution of Nigeria established a federal system of government with three tiers of government: the federal, state, and local governments. Which of the following is a characteristic of the federal system of government?
A. Separation of powers between the executive, legislative, and judicial branches
Correct B. Decentralization of power to the states and local governments
C. Concentration of power in the federal government
D. A parliamentary system of government

Correct Answer: B

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Question 7
The concept of 'ubuntu' is a key aspect of African philosophy. It emphasizes the importance of community and interdependence. What does the term 'ubuntu' mean in the context of African philosophy?
Correct A. I am because we are
B. I am because I am
C. We are because we are
D. I am because I am strong

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria provides for the protection of the rights of citizens. Which of the following is a fundamental right guaranteed by the Constitution?
Correct A. Right to life
B. Right to freedom of expression
C. Right to education
D. Right to healthcare

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
The concept of 'sustainable development' is a key aspect of environmental policy. What does the term 'sustainable development' mean in the context of environmental policy?
Correct A. Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs
B. Development that prioritizes economic growth over environmental concerns
C. Development that prioritizes environmental concerns over economic growth
D. Development that ignores environmental concerns altogether

Correct Answer: A

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Question 10
The concept of 'globalization' is a key aspect of international relations. What does the term 'globalization' mean in the context of international relations?
Correct A. The increasing interconnectedness of the world's economies and societies
B. The decreasing interconnectedness of the world's economies and societies
C. The increasing isolation of the world's economies and societies
D. The decreasing isolation of the world's economies and societies

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is based on which of the following principles?
Correct A. Federalism
B. Unitarism
C. Confederalism
D. Parliamentarism

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
Which of the following is a major consequence of climate change in Nigeria?
A. Increased rainfall
Correct B. Decreased agricultural productivity
C. Increased flooding
D. Increased temperature

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13
The United Nations (UN) has which of the following as its main objective?
A. To promote economic development
Correct B. To maintain international peace and security
C. To protect human rights
D. To promote social justice

Correct Answer: B

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Question 14
The OPEC (Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries) was established in which year?
Correct A. 1960
B. 1965
C. 1970
D. 1975

Correct Answer: A

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Question 15
The 1960s saw the rise of which of the following famous Nigerian leaders?
A. Nnamdi Azikiwe
Correct B. Tafawa Balewa
C. Obafemi Awolowo
D. Humphrey Ogada

Correct Answer: B

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Question 16
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) is responsible for which of the following?
A. Exploration and production of oil
B. Refining and marketing of petroleum products
C. Regulation of the oil industry
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 17
The 1983 general election in Nigeria was notable for which of the following?
Correct A. The first time a civilian government was democratically elected
B. The first time a military government was democratically elected
C. The first time a coalition government was formed
D. The first time a caretaker government was formed

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
The Nigerian Civil War (1967-1970) was fought between which of the following?
Correct A. The Federal Government and the Igbo people
B. The Federal Government and the Hausa people
C. The Federal Government and the Yoruba people
D. The Federal Government and the Ijaw people

Correct Answer: A

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Question 19
The 1979 Constitution of Nigeria established which of the following?
Correct A. A federal system of government
B. A unitary system of government
C. A confederal system of government
D. A parliamentary system of government

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The Nigerian National Assembly is composed of which of the following?
Correct A. A Senate and a House of Representatives
B. A House of Representatives and a House of Lords
C. A Senate and a House of Lords
D. A House of Representatives and a Senate

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
Which of the following Nigerian leaders played a key role in the country's transition to democracy in 1999?
Correct A. Olusegun Obasanjo
B. Abdulsalami Abubakar
C. Ernest Shonekan
D. Kingsley Ozumba Mbadiwe

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
What is the primary function of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC)?
A. To regulate the oil and gas industry in Nigeria
Correct B. To explore and produce oil and gas in Nigeria
C. To refine and market petroleum products in Nigeria
D. To provide energy to Nigerian industries

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23
What is the name of the famous Nigerian novel that tells the story of a young girl's struggle to maintain her cultural heritage in a rapidly changing society?
Correct A. Things Fall Apart
B. Half of a Yellow Sun
C. So Long a Letter
D. The Joys of Motherhood

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
What is the name of the Nigerian artist who created the famous sculpture 'Mother and Child'?
Correct A. Ben Enwonwu
B. Ernest Mancoba
C. Yinka Shonibare
D. El Anatsui

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
What is the name of the Nigerian company that developed the first indigenous smartphone?
A. Infinix Mobility
Correct B. Tecno Mobile
C. Gionee Nigeria
D. Itel Mobile

Correct Answer: B

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