POST UTME JOSEPH AYO BABALOLA UNIVERSITY 2020 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of checks and balances is a fundamental principle of constitutional government. Which of the following is an example of a check on the power of the executive branch?
A. The power to declare war
B. The power to approve presidential appointments
C. The power to impeach the president
D. The power to veto laws
Question 2
The concept of separation of powers is a fundamental principle of constitutional government. Which of the following is a characteristic of the legislative branch?
A. The power to declare war
B. The power to appoint judges
C. The power to approve presidential appointments
D. The power to declare a state of emergency
Question 3
The concept of 'rule of law' refers to the idea that the government and its citizens are subject to the law. Which of the following best describes the primary characteristic of a rule of law society?
A. The government has absolute power and is not accountable to the citizens.
B. The citizens have absolute power and are not accountable to the government.
C. The government and citizens are subject to the law and are held accountable for their actions.
D. The government makes laws without consulting the citizens.
Question 4
The concept of 'rule of law' refers to the idea that the government and its citizens are subject to the law. Which of the following best describes the primary characteristic of a rule of law society?
A. The government has absolute power and is not accountable to the citizens.
B. The citizens have absolute power and are not accountable to the government.
C. The government and citizens are subject to the law and are held accountable for their actions.
D. The government makes laws without consulting the citizens.
Question 5
The United Nations (UN) has a unique structure that allows for the representation of all member states. Which of the following best describes the UN's system of representation?
A. A system of direct representation, where each member state has a fixed number of representatives.
B. A system of indirect representation, where member states are grouped into regional blocs.
C. A system of proportional representation, where the number of representatives is proportional to the member state's population.
D. A system of weighted representation, where member states have varying levels of influence based on their economic and military power.
Question 6
The rule of law is a fundamental principle of democratic governance. Which of the following is a characteristic of the rule of law?
A. The power to make laws
B. The power to interpret laws
C. The principle that no one is above the law
D. The principle that the government is above the law
Question 7
The concept of 'constitutions' refers to the supreme law of a country that outlines the powers and limitations of the government. Which of the following best describes the primary characteristic of a constitution?
A. It is a flexible document that can be easily amended.
B. It is a rigid document that cannot be easily amended.
C. It is a document that outlines the powers and limitations of the government.
D. It is a document that outlines the rights and freedoms of citizens.
Question 8
The concept of constitutions refers to the supreme law of a land that outlines the powers and limitations of government. Which of the following is a characteristic of a written constitution?
A. It is unwritten and based on tradition
B. It is flexible and can be easily amended
C. It is the supreme law of the land and outlines the powers and limitations of government
D. It is limited to a single branch of government
Question 9
The concept of public administration refers to the implementation of government policies and programs. Which of the following is a key function of public administration?
A. Policy-making
B. Program implementation
C. Budgeting and financial management
D. Regulatory enforcement
Question 10
The concept of authority in public administration refers to the right of a government to make decisions and enforce laws. Which of the following is a characteristic of an authoritative government?
A. It has the power to make laws without consulting its citizens.
B. It has the support of the majority of its citizens.
C. It has the power to impose its will on its citizens without their consent.
D. It has the power to make decisions without consulting its citizens.
Question 11
The concept of power in public administration refers to the ability of a government to influence the behavior of its citizens. Which of the following is a type of power?
A. Legitimate power.
B. Coercive power.
C. Reward power.
D. Expert power.
Question 12
The concept of legitimacy in public administration refers to the acceptance of a government's authority by its citizens. Which of the following is a characteristic of a legitimate government?
A. It has the power to make laws without consulting its citizens.
B. It has the support of the majority of its citizens.
C. It has the power to impose its will on its citizens without their consent.
D. It has the power to make decisions without consulting its citizens.
Question 13
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is a regional economic community that aims to promote economic integration among its member states. What is the primary goal of ECOWAS?
A. To promote economic integration among its member states.
B. To promote political integration among its member states.
C. To promote cultural integration among its member states.
D. To promote social integration among its member states.
Question 14
The concept of power in public administration refers to the ability of a government to influence the behavior of its citizens. Which of the following is a type of power?
A. Legitimate power.
B. Coercive power.
C. Reward power.
D. Expert power.
Question 15
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has a number of institutions that work together to promote economic integration. Which of the following institutions is responsible for promoting trade and investment within the region?
A. The ECOWAS Commission.
B. The ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development.
C. The ECOWAS Trade Liberalization Scheme.
D. The ECOWAS Free Trade Area.

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