POST UTME ELIZADE UNIVERSITY 2021 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of legitimacy in government is closely tied to the idea of authority. Discuss how the legitimacy of a government can be affected by the manner in which it exercises its authority.
A. Legitimacy is solely dependent on the authority exercised by the government.
B. The manner in which authority is exercised can affect the legitimacy of the government, but it is not the sole determining factor.
C. Legitimacy is not affected by the manner in which authority is exercised.
D. The legitimacy of a government is solely determined by its authority, regardless of how it is exercised.
Question 2
The concept of 'checks and balances' in a democratic system of government is designed to prevent any one branch of government from becoming too powerful. Which of the following is an example of a check on the power of the executive branch?
A. The power of the legislative branch to impeach the president
B. The power of the judicial branch to declare laws passed by the legislature as unconstitutional
C. The power of the executive branch to veto laws passed by the legislature
D. The power of the president to appoint judges
Question 3
The 'Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria' is based on which of the following principles?
A. Federalism
B. Confederalism
C. Unitary Government
D. Social Contract Theory
Question 4
The concept of separation of powers is a fundamental principle of democratic governance. Which of the following best describes the relationship between the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government?
A. The legislative branch makes laws, the executive branch enforces laws, and the judicial branch interprets laws.
B. The executive branch has the power to make laws, the legislative branch has the power to enforce laws, and the judicial branch has the power to interpret laws.
C. The judicial branch has the power to make laws, the executive branch has the power to enforce laws, and the legislative branch has the power to interpret laws.
D. The legislative branch has the power to make laws, the executive branch has the power to interpret laws, and the judicial branch has the power to enforce laws.
Question 5
The 'separation of powers' in a democratic system of government is designed to prevent any one branch of government from becoming too powerful. Which of the following is an example of a power that is shared between the legislative and executive branches?
A. The power to declare war
B. The power to make treaties
C. The power to appoint judges
D. The power to regulate commerce
Question 6
In a pre-colonial African society, the 'Eze Nri' was a title held by the king of which of the following cities?
A. Nri
B. Igbo-Ukwu
C. Onitsha
D. Benin
Question 7
In a federal system of government, what is the primary function of the legislative branch?
A. To make laws
B. To enforce laws
C. To interpret laws
D. To appoint judges
Question 8
The concept of political parties is a critical component of democratic governance. Which of the following is an example of a political party function?
A. Policy-making
B. Candidate selection
C. Campaigning and electioneering
D. Funding and resource allocation
Question 9
The concept of sovereignty is closely tied to the idea of the state. Discuss how the concept of sovereignty can be used to explain the behavior of states in the international system.
A. Sovereignty is the ability of a state to resist the influence of other states in the international system.
B. Sovereignty is the ability of a state to influence the behavior of other states in the international system.
C. Sovereignty is the ability of a state to achieve its goals and interests in the international system.
D. Sovereignty is not a relevant concept in the study of international relations.
Question 10
The concept of public administration is a critical component of democratic governance. Which of the following is an example of a public administration function?
A. Policy-making
B. Service delivery
C. Regulation and enforcement
D. Funding and resource allocation
Question 11
A country has a federal system of government, where power is divided between the central government and the regional governments. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this system.
A. The federal system is the most effective form of government, as it allows for a strong and stable leadership.
B. The federal system is the most ineffective form of government, as it leads to a lack of accountability and a concentration of power.
C. The federal system has both advantages and disadvantages, and its effectiveness depends on the specific context and circumstances.
D. The federal system is the most popular form of government, as it allows for a direct connection between the people and their leaders.
Question 12
The concept of legitimacy in political systems is closely tied to the idea of authority. Discuss how the legitimacy of a government can be affected by the manner in which it exercises its authority.
A. Legitimacy is solely dependent on the authority exercised by the government.
B. The manner in which authority is exercised can affect the legitimacy of a government, but it is not the sole determining factor.
C. Legitimacy is not affected by the manner in which authority is exercised.
D. Authority is not a factor in determining the legitimacy of a government.
Question 13
The concept of legitimacy is closely tied to the idea of authority. Discuss how the legitimacy of a government can be affected by the manner in which it exercises its authority in the context of a constitutional democracy.
A. The legitimacy of a government can be affected by the manner in which it exercises its authority in a constitutional democracy, but it is not the sole determining factor.
B. The legitimacy of a government is solely dependent on the authority exercised by the government in a constitutional democracy.
C. The legitimacy of a government is not affected by the manner in which it exercises its authority in a constitutional democracy.
D. Authority is not a factor in determining the legitimacy of a government in a constitutional democracy.
Question 14
The concept of power is closely tied to the idea of authority. Discuss how the concept of power can be used to explain the behavior of states in the international system.
A. Power is the ability of a state to achieve its goals and interests in the international system.
B. Power is the ability of a state to influence the behavior of other states in the international system.
C. Power is the ability of a state to resist the influence of other states in the international system.
D. Power is not a relevant concept in the study of international relations.
Question 15
The 'Constitutional Monarchy' system of government is most closely associated with which of the following countries?
A. United Kingdom
B. Canada
C. Australia
D. New Zealand

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