POST UTME LASU 2017 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of 'separation of powers' in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing the concentration of power in the hands of the President. Which of the following is a correct example of a separation of power?
A. The power of the President to appoint judges
B. The power of the National Assembly to approve the President's budget
C. The power of the judiciary to interpret the Constitution
D. The power of the President to dissolve the National Assembly
Question 2
The concept of legitimacy in political systems is closely related to the idea of authority. Discuss the relationship between legitimacy and authority, and explain how they are distinct from power.
A. Legitimacy is a means of justifying authority, while authority is a means of exercising power.
B. Legitimacy is a form of power, while authority is a means of exercising legitimacy.
C. Authority is a means of exercising power, while legitimacy is a means of justifying authority.
D. Legitimacy and authority are interchangeable terms.
Question 3
The concept of 'separation of powers' in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing the concentration of power in the hands of the President. Which of the following is a correct example of a separation of power?
A. The power of the President to appoint judges
B. The power of the National Assembly to approve the President's budget
C. The power of the judiciary to interpret the Constitution
D. The power of the President to dissolve the National Assembly
Question 4
The concept of 'checks and balances' in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing the concentration of power in the hands of the President. Which of the following is a correct example of a check on the President's power?
A. The power of the National Assembly to approve the President's budget
B. The power of the judiciary to interpret the Constitution
C. The power of the Senate to approve presidential appointments
D. The power of the House of Representatives to impeach the President
Question 5
The concept of the rule of law in Nigeria's constitution is based on the principles of
A. Separation of powers, checks and balances, and representation
B. Decentralization, devolution of power, and regional autonomy
C. Protection of individual rights and freedoms, equality before the law
D. Confederation, loose association, and shared sovereignty
Question 6
The African Union's (AU) main objective is to promote economic, political, and social integration among its member states. Which of the following is a key instrument used by the AU to achieve this objective?
A. The African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights
B. The African Union's Constitutive Act
C. The New Partnership for Africa's Development (NEPAD)
D. The African Economic Community
Question 7
The concept of checks and balances in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing the concentration of power in the hands of any one branch of government. Which of the following is NOT a mechanism of checks and balances?
A. Separation of Powers
B. Judicial Review
C. Legislative Override
D. Executive Privilege
Question 8
The concept of 'checks and balances' in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing the concentration of power in the hands of the President. Which of the following is a correct example of a check on the President's power?
A. The Senate's power to approve presidential appointments
B. The House of Representatives' power to impeach the President
C. The power of the National Assembly to approve the President's budget
D. The power of the judiciary to interpret the Constitution
Question 9
The concept of 'separation of powers' in a democratic system is designed to prevent the concentration of power in the hands of one individual or institution. Which of the following is an example of a separation of powers?
A. The separation of power between the executive, legislative, and judicial branches
B. The separation of power between the president and the vice-president
C. The separation of power between the federal and state governments
D. The separation of power between the government and the private sector
Question 10
The concept of international organizations in Nigeria is rooted in the country's colonial past. Which of the following best describes the impact of colonialism on Nigeria's international organizations?
A. Colonialism led to the adoption of a decentralized system of government
B. Colonialism resulted in the imposition of a centralized system of government
C. Colonialism had no significant impact on Nigeria's international organizations
D. Colonialism led to the adoption of a participatory system of government
Question 11
The concept of power in political science refers to the ability of individuals or groups to influence the behavior of others. Discuss the different types of power and explain how they are exercised in different contexts.
A. Power can be exercised through coercion, persuasion, or manipulation.
B. Power can only be exercised through coercion.
C. Power can only be exercised through persuasion.
D. Power cannot be exercised through manipulation.
Question 12
The concept of federalism in Nigeria's constitution is based on the principles of
A. Separation of powers, checks and balances, and representation
B. Decentralization, devolution of power, and regional autonomy
C. Unitary system, centralized power, and uniformity
D. Confederation, loose association, and shared sovereignty
Question 13
The concept of 'checks and balances' in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing the concentration of power in the hands of the President. Which of the following is a correct example of a check on the President's power?
A. The power of the National Assembly to approve the President's budget
B. The power of the judiciary to interpret the Constitution
C. The power of the Senate to approve presidential appointments
D. The power of the House of Representatives to impeach the President
Question 14
In a presidential system of government, the president serves as both the head of state and the head of government. Which of the following is a characteristic of this system?
A. Separation of powers
B. Constitutional monarchy
C. Presidential system
D. Parliamentary system
Question 15
The concept of authority in political science refers to the legitimate right to make decisions and exercise power. Discuss the different types of authority and explain how they are exercised in different contexts.
A. Authority can be exercised through formal or informal means.
B. Authority can only be exercised through formal means.
C. Authority can only be exercised through informal means.
D. Authority cannot be exercised through either formal or informal means.

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