POST UTME ESUT 2022 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The United Nations has been criticized for its slow response to humanitarian crises. Discuss the implications of this criticism for the UN's legitimacy and effectiveness.
A. The UN's slow response undermines its legitimacy and effectiveness.
B. The UN's slow response is a necessary consequence of its bureaucratic structure.
C. The UN's slow response is a result of a lack of resources and funding.
D. The UN's slow response is a deliberate strategy to avoid taking sides in conflicts.
Question 2
The concept of legitimacy is crucial in understanding the nature of government. Which of the following is a key factor in determining the legitimacy of a government?
A. The consent of the governed
B. The power of the government
C. The independence of the judiciary
D. The separation of powers
Question 3
The concept of Constitutional Development in Nigeria is based on the idea of evolving the Constitution to meet the changing needs of the country. Which of the following is a key feature of the 1999 Constitution?
A. The establishment of a presidential system of government
B. The creation of a federal system of government
C. The establishment of a unicameral legislature
D. The creation of a parliamentary system of government
Question 4
The concept of the rule of law is closely tied to the idea of human rights. Discuss the relationship between these two concepts, using examples from the Nigerian Constitution.
A. The rule of law is a means of protecting human rights, while human rights are the ends that the rule of law seeks to achieve.
B. Human rights are a subset of the rule of law, which encompasses a broader range of principles and practices.
C. The rule of law is a necessary condition for the protection of human rights, but it is not a sufficient condition.
D. The rule of law and human rights are mutually exclusive concepts that cannot coexist in a society.
Question 5
The concept of International Organizations in the Nigerian Constitution is based on the idea of cooperation and collaboration with other countries. Which of the following is a key provision of the Constitution regarding International Organizations?
A. The power to participate in international organizations
B. The power to make treaties with other countries
C. The power to declare war on other countries
D. The power to impose sanctions on other countries
Question 6
The United Nations (UN) is an example of which type of international organization?
A. Regional Organization
B. International Governmental Organization
C. Non-Governmental Organization
D. Supranational Organization
Question 7
The concept of separation of powers is rooted in the idea of preventing the concentration of power in one branch of government. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the separation of powers?
A. Checks and balances
B. Separation of powers
C. Concentration of power
D. Independence of the judiciary
Question 8
The concept of Human Rights in the Nigerian Constitution is based on the idea of protecting individual freedoms and dignity. Which of the following is a key provision of the Constitution regarding Human Rights?
A. The right to life
B. The right to freedom of speech
C. The right to a fair trial
D. The right to vote
Question 9
In a democratic system, what is the primary source of legitimacy for a government?
A. The people
B. The constitution
C. The monarch
D. The military
Question 10
The concept of legitimacy in public administration refers to the idea that power is derived from the consent of the governed. Which of the following is a characteristic of a legitimate government?
A. It has the power to make laws without consulting the people.
B. It is accountable to the people and is responsive to their needs.
C. It has the power to impose its will on the people without their consent.
D. It is a dictatorship and is not accountable to the people.
Question 11
The pre-colonial administration of the Igbo people was characterized by a complex system of governance. Describe the structure and functions of this system, using examples from the Igbo culture.
A. The pre-colonial administration of the Igbo people was a decentralized system, with power held by local chiefs and councils.
B. The pre-colonial administration of the Igbo people was a centralized system, with power held by a single monarch or king.
C. The pre-colonial administration of the Igbo people was a mix of decentralized and centralized systems, with power held by both local chiefs and a central monarch.
D. The pre-colonial administration of the Igbo people was a system of direct democracy, with all citizens participating in decision-making.
Question 12
The concept of 'checks and balances' in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily a feature of which system of government?
A. Unitary System
B. Federal System
C. Confederation System
D. Parliamentary System
Question 13
The concept of the separation of powers is a key principle of the Nigerian Constitution. Explain the meaning and significance of this concept, using examples from the Nigerian political system.
A. The separation of powers refers to the division of power between the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government.
B. The separation of powers refers to the concentration of power in the hands of a single branch of government.
C. The separation of powers refers to the principle of ensuring that all branches of government are accountable to the people of Nigeria.
D. The separation of powers refers to the principle of ensuring that the government and public institutions are independent of the influence of regional and ethnic groups.
Question 14
The concept of authority in public administration refers to the legitimate power to make decisions and enforce them. Which of the following is a characteristic of authority?
A. It is based on the consent of the governed.
B. It is based on the power to make decisions without consulting others.
C. It is based on the ability to enforce decisions without opposition.
D. It is based on the ability to make decisions that benefit the majority.
Question 15
The concept of human rights is a key principle of the Nigerian Constitution. Explain the meaning and significance of this concept, using examples from the Nigerian political system.
A. Human rights refer to the rights and freedoms that are inherent to all human beings, regardless of their nationality, ethnicity, or social status.
B. Human rights refer to the rights and freedoms that are granted by the government to its citizens.
C. Human rights refer to the rights and freedoms that are protected by the Constitution and the laws of Nigeria.
D. Human rights refer to the rights and freedoms that are denied to certain groups of people in Nigeria.

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