POST UTME GREENFIELD UNIVERSITY 2017 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of separation of powers in a democratic system is rooted in the idea of checks and balances. Which of the following is a primary mechanism for ensuring that no single branch of government becomes too powerful?
A. Judicial Review
B. Legislative Override
C. Executive Veto
D. Impeachment
Question 2
The concept of legitimacy in political systems is closely related to the idea of authority. Discuss how legitimacy is derived from authority in a democratic system.
A. Legitimacy is derived from authority through the consent of the governed.
B. Authority is derived from legitimacy through the power of the state.
C. Legitimacy is derived from authority through the rule of law.
D. Authority is derived from legitimacy through the consent of the governed.
Question 3
The concept of legitimacy in government is closely related to the idea of authority. Discuss the relationship between legitimacy and authority in the context of democratic governance.
A. Legitimacy is a necessary condition for authority, but not a sufficient one.
B. Authority is a necessary condition for legitimacy, but not a sufficient one.
C. Legitimacy and authority are interchangeable concepts.
D. Legitimacy is a product of authority, but not the other way around.
Question 4
The concept of authority in political science refers to the right to make decisions and enforce them. Describe the different sources of authority in a political system.
A. Authority can be derived from the consent of the governed, the power of the state, or the rule of law.
B. Authority can be derived from the consent of the governed or the power of the state.
C. Authority can be derived from the power of the state or the rule of law.
D. Authority can be derived from the consent of the governed or the rule of law.
Question 5
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended) provides for the protection of human rights in the country. Which of the following rights is NOT guaranteed by the Constitution?
A. Right to life
B. Right to freedom of speech
C. Right to freedom of association
D. Right to bear arms
Question 6
The concept of rule of law is essential in a democratic society. Discuss the importance of the rule of law in promoting good governance and protecting individual rights.
A. The rule of law promotes accountability, transparency, and fairness in governance.
B. The rule of law protects individual rights, promotes social justice, and ensures equal treatment under the law.
C. The rule of law hinders effective governance, creates bureaucratic red tape, and leads to inefficiency.
D. The rule of law is not essential in promoting good governance and protecting individual rights.
Question 7
The concept of public administration in Nigeria is often associated with the
A. bureaucratic model
B. patronage model
C. clientelism model
D. pluralism model
Question 8
The concept of Rule of Law is essential in a democratic system, as it ensures that all citizens are treated equally under the law. Which of the following best describes the principle of Rule of Law?
A. The principle of Rule of Law holds that the government has absolute power over the citizens.
B. The principle of Rule of Law holds that the government is accountable to the citizens and must act in accordance with the law.
C. The principle of Rule of Law holds that the citizens have absolute power over the government.
D. The principle of Rule of Law holds that the government has the power to interpret the law as it sees fit.
Question 9
The concept of local government in Nigeria is often associated with the
A. unitary system
B. federal system
C. regional system
D. local government system
Question 10
The system of government in Nigeria is based on the principle of federalism. Which of the following is a characteristic of the system of government in Nigeria?
A. The system of government in Nigeria is based on the principle of unitarism.
B. The system of government in Nigeria is based on the principle of confederalism.
C. The system of government in Nigeria is based on the principle of federalism.
D. The system of government in Nigeria is based on the principle of anarchism.
Question 11
The concept of Electoral Systems is essential in a democratic system, as it ensures that citizens have a say in the selection of their leaders. Which of the following best describes the Single Transferable Vote (STV) system?
A. The STV system is a proportional representation system that allows voters to rank candidates in order of preference.
B. The STV system is a first-past-the-post system that requires voters to choose only one candidate.
C. The STV system is a mixed-member proportional system that combines elements of both proportional and majoritarian representation.
D. The STV system is a non-partisan system that requires voters to choose only one candidate from a list of non-partisan candidates.
Question 12
A country has a presidential system of government. The president is elected by the people for a fixed term of four years. However, the president can be removed from office before the end of the term through impeachment. Which of the following is a characteristic of this system of government?
A. Separation of powers
B. Checks and balances
C. Direct election of the president
D. Impeachment of the president
Question 13
The concept of legitimacy in the context of political power is often associated with the idea of
A. popular consent
B. authoritarian rule
C. social contract
D. monopoly of force
Question 14
In a federal system of government, what is the primary function of the Senate?
A. To represent the interests of the federal government
B. To represent the interests of the states
C. To represent the interests of the citizens
D. To represent the interests of the president
Question 15
The foreign policy of Nigeria is based on the principle of non-alignment. Which of the following is a characteristic of the foreign policy of Nigeria?
A. The foreign policy of Nigeria is based on the principle of non-alignment.
B. The foreign policy of Nigeria is based on the principle of alignment with Western powers.
C. The foreign policy of Nigeria is based on the principle of alignment with Eastern powers.
D. The foreign policy of Nigeria is based on the principle of neutrality.

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