POST UTME FUTO 2021 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) was established in 1975 with the aim of
A. Promoting economic integration and cooperation among its member states
B. Providing a framework for the resolution of conflicts among its member states
C. Establishing a common currency for its member states
D. Creating a single market for its member states
Question 2
A country has a presidential system of government, where the president serves as both the head of state and the head of government. Which of the following best describes the relationship between the president and the judiciary?
A. The president has the power to appoint and remove judges from the judiciary.
B. The president has the power to veto laws passed by the judiciary.
C. The president and the judiciary are co-equal branches of government.
D. The president has the power to dissolve the judiciary.
Question 3
The use of a 'mixed-member system' in Nigeria's electoral system is a departure from which of the following electoral systems?
A. First-Past-The-Post System
B. Majority System
C. Single Transferable Vote System
D. Mixed-Member System
Question 4
The concept of legitimacy in public administration refers to the acceptance of authority by the people. Which of the following is a key factor that contributes to the legitimacy of a government?
A. The government's ability to provide public goods and services.
B. The government's ability to maintain law and order.
C. The government's ability to promote social justice and equality.
D. The government's ability to protect the rights and freedoms of citizens.
Question 5
The concept of the rule of law is closely tied to the idea of constitutionalism. Discuss how the rule of law is essential to the functioning of a constitutional democracy.
A. The rule of law ensures that the government and its agencies are accountable to the people.
B. The rule of law provides a framework for the protection of individual rights and freedoms.
C. The rule of law promotes the principle of equality before the law.
D. The rule of law is essential to the functioning of a constitutional democracy because it ensures that the government and its agencies are accountable to the people.
Question 6
The concept of the 'state' in international relations refers to
A. A sovereign entity with a defined territory and population
B. A non-sovereign entity with a defined territory and population
C. A sovereign entity without a defined territory or population
D. A non-sovereign entity without a defined territory or population
Question 7
The concept of power in public administration refers to the ability of an individual or group to influence the behavior of others. Which of the following best describes the relationship between power and authority?
A. Power is a necessary condition for authority, but authority is not a necessary condition for power.
B. Authority is a necessary condition for power, but power is not a necessary condition for authority.
C. Power and authority are interchangeable terms.
D. Power is a means to achieve authority, but authority is not a means to achieve power.
Question 8
The concept of 'checks and balances' in the Nigerian Constitution is a direct adaptation from which of the following systems of government?
A. Federal System of Government
B. Unitary System of Government
C. Confederation System of Government
D. Parliamentary System of Government
Question 9
The concept of constitutionalism is closely related to the idea of the rule of law. Discuss how the rule of law is essential to the functioning of a constitutional democracy.
A. The rule of law ensures that the government and citizens are held accountable for their actions.
B. The rule of law promotes the protection of individual rights and freedoms.
C. The rule of law facilitates the separation of powers among the branches of government.
D. The rule of law enables the government to make decisions without consulting the citizens.
Question 10
In a federal system of government, power is divided between the central government and the constituent units. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of a federal system of government.
A. A federal system of government promotes national unity and stability.
B. A federal system of government allows for the representation of diverse interests.
C. A federal system of government enables the government to make decisions quickly.
D. A federal system of government leads to inefficiency and corruption.
Question 11
The concept of separation of powers is a fundamental principle of constitutional democracy. Discuss how the separation of powers ensures accountability and checks on power.
A. The separation of powers ensures that no one branch of government has too much power.
B. The separation of powers enables the government to make decisions quickly.
C. The separation of powers promotes the protection of individual rights and freedoms.
D. The separation of powers leads to inefficiency and corruption.
Question 12
The concept of constitutionalism is closely related to the idea of the rule of law. Discuss how the rule of law is essential to the functioning of a constitutional democracy.
A. The rule of law ensures that the government and citizens are held accountable for their actions.
B. The rule of law provides a framework for the protection of individual rights and freedoms.
C. The rule of law promotes the principle of equality before the law.
D. The rule of law is not essential to the functioning of a constitutional democracy.
Question 13
The concept of federal character in Nigeria's constitution is aimed at
A. Promoting ethnic and regional balance in the allocation of federal resources
B. Ensuring that the federal government has control over all aspects of governance
C. Providing opportunities for citizens from different regions to participate in governance
D. Reducing the power of the states and local governments
Question 14
The 1963 Republican Constitution of Nigeria was a significant milestone in the country's constitutional development because it
A. Established a federal system of government with a strong president
B. Provided for the creation of more states and local governments
C. Introduced a parliamentary system of government
D. Provided for the establishment of a national assembly with legislative powers
Question 15
The concept of 'separation of powers' in the Nigerian Constitution is a direct adaptation from which of the following systems of government?
A. Federal System of Government
B. Unitary System of Government
C. Confederation System of Government
D. Parliamentary System of Government

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