POST UTME IMS U 2025 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of rule of law is closely related to the idea of separation of powers in a government. Which of the following is a characteristic of a system that separates powers?
A. A single head of government
B. A system where the executive, legislative, and judicial branches have overlapping powers
C. A system where the executive, legislative, and judicial branches have separate and distinct powers
D. A system where the head of government has absolute power
Question 2
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended) provides for the creation of a Federal Character Commission to promote national integration and ensure that appointments and recruitment are made in a fair and equitable manner. Which of the following is a primary function of the Federal Character Commission?
A. To promote national integration and ensure that appointments and recruitment are made in a fair and equitable manner.
B. To provide healthcare services and education to the people.
C. To maintain law and order and provide security for the people.
D. To provide social services and welfare to the people.
Question 3
The concept of checks and balances in the context of government refers to the system of restraints that prevent any one branch of government from becoming too powerful. Explain how checks and balances work in Nigeria, citing examples from the separation of powers.
A. Checks and balances work by giving each branch of government the power to veto the actions of the other branches.
B. Checks and balances work by giving each branch of government the power to appoint judges and other officials.
C. Checks and balances work by giving each branch of government the power to declare war and make treaties.
D. Checks and balances work by giving each branch of government the power to approve or reject the actions of the other branches.
Question 4
The concept of human rights in the context of government refers to the fundamental rights and freedoms that are inherent to all human beings. Explain how human rights are protected in Nigeria, citing examples from the rule of law.
A. Human rights are protected through the rule of law, which ensures that the government and its institutions respect and uphold the rights of citizens.
B. Human rights are protected through the constitution, which sets out the fundamental rights and freedoms of citizens.
C. Human rights are protected through the courts, which have the power to interpret and enforce the law.
D. Human rights are protected through the media, which has the power to expose and criticize human rights abuses.
Question 5
The concept of power in government refers to the ability of an individual or group to
A. influence decision-making
B. exercise control over others
C. make laws and policies
D. enforce laws and regulations
Question 6
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended) provides for the creation of Local Government Areas (LGAs) as the third tier of government. Which of the following is a primary function of LGAs?
A. To collect taxes and provide infrastructure for the state.
B. To provide healthcare services and education to the people.
C. To maintain law and order and provide security for the people.
D. To provide social services and welfare to the people.
Question 7
The concept of legitimacy in public administration is closely related to the idea of
A. popular sovereignty
B. rule of law
C. bureaucratic efficiency
D. administrative discretion
Question 8
The concept of legitimacy in government is closely related to the idea of authority. Explain how the two concepts differ, using a diagram to illustrate your answer.
A. Authority is the power to make decisions, while legitimacy is the acceptance of those decisions by the governed.
B. Authority is the source of power, while legitimacy is the means by which power is exercised.
C. Authority is the right to govern, while legitimacy is the ability to govern effectively.
D. Authority is the power to enforce laws, while legitimacy is the moral justification for those laws.
Question 9
The concept of 'separation of powers' in the Nigerian Constitution is designed to ensure that each branch of government has
A. equal power and influence
B. independent decision-making authority
C. exclusive jurisdiction over certain matters
D. coordinate and complementary roles
Question 10
The African Union's (AU) role in promoting regional integration and economic development is exemplified by its
A. African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)
B. African Development Bank (AfDB)
C. New Partnership for Africa's Development (NEPAD)
D. African Union Development Agency (AUDA)
Question 11
The concept of constitutionalism in Nigeria is rooted in the country's colonial past. Discuss the impact of British colonialism on the development of constitutionalism in Nigeria.
A. The British colonial legacy has had a profound impact on Nigeria's constitutional development, shaping the country's political institutions and legal framework.
B. The British colonial experience has had a negative impact on Nigeria's constitutional development, leading to a lack of democratic governance and institutional weakness.
C. The British colonial legacy has had a limited impact on Nigeria's constitutional development, with the country's constitutional framework being shaped by its post-colonial experiences.
D. The British colonial experience has had no impact on Nigeria's constitutional development, with the country's constitutional framework being shaped by its pre-colonial traditions.
Question 12
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has implemented various policies to promote regional integration, including the
A. ECOWAS Trade Liberalization Scheme (ETLS)
B. ECOWAS Monetary Policy
C. ECOWAS Common External Tariff (CET)
D. ECOWAS Single Currency Area (SCA)
Question 13
The concept of power in government is closely related to the idea of authority. Explain how the two concepts differ, using a diagram to illustrate your answer.
A. Power is the ability to make decisions, while authority is the right to govern.
B. Power is the source of authority, while authority is the means by which power is exercised.
C. Power is the ability to enforce laws, while authority is the moral justification for those laws.
D. Power is the right to govern, while authority is the ability to govern effectively.
Question 14
The concept of legitimacy in the context of political power is closely related to the idea of authority. Explain how legitimacy can be derived from authority, citing examples from Nigeria's constitutional development.
A. Legitimacy is derived from authority when citizens accept and obey the rules and decisions of the government.
B. Legitimacy is derived from authority when the government is able to maintain order and stability in the society.
C. Legitimacy is derived from authority when the government is able to provide for the welfare and security of its citizens.
D. Legitimacy is derived from authority when the government is able to protect the rights and freedoms of its citizens.
Question 15
The concept of 'federalism' in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at promoting national integration and ensuring that power is distributed among different levels of government. Which of the following best describes the implication of this concept?
A. It ensures that the President has absolute power to make laws without the input of the National Assembly.
B. It prevents the President from appointing judges without the approval of the Senate.
C. It ensures that the National Assembly has the power to override a presidential veto.
D. It promotes national integration and ensures that power is distributed among different levels of government.

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