POST UTME MADONNA UNIVERSITY 2018 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of international organization in Nigeria refers to the system of cooperation among nations. Discuss the importance of international organization in promoting peace and security in Africa.
A. International organization promotes peace and security by providing a platform for dialogue and cooperation among nations.
B. International organization promotes peace and security by providing economic assistance and development programs.
C. International organization promotes peace and security by promoting social justice and equality.
D. International organization has no impact on peace and security in Africa.
Question 2
The concept of separation of powers in government refers to the division of power among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches. Discuss the importance of separation of powers in promoting good governance in Nigeria.
A. Separation of powers promotes accountability and checks and balances among the branches of government.
B. Separation of powers promotes efficiency and speed in decision-making.
C. Separation of powers promotes stability and continuity in government.
D. Separation of powers has no impact on good governance in Nigeria.
Question 3
The concept of separation of powers is a fundamental principle of democracy, where power is divided among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government. Discuss the role of separation of powers in promoting democracy and preventing the concentration of power, and provide examples of how different countries have implemented this principle in their governments.
A. Separation of powers is essential for promoting democracy and preventing the concentration of power.
B. Separation of powers is not necessary for promoting democracy.
C. Separation of powers is a relic of the past and no longer relevant in modern governments.
D. Separation of powers is a hindrance to effective governance.
Question 4
A political party's ideology is a reflection of its core values and beliefs. Discuss the role of ideology in shaping a political party's policies and actions, and provide examples of how different political parties have pursued their ideologies in practice.
A. Ideology is the primary driver of a political party's policies and actions.
B. Ideology is secondary to a political party's pragmatism in shaping its policies and actions.
C. Ideology is interchangeable with a political party's pragmatism.
D. Ideology is not relevant in shaping a political party's policies and actions.
Question 5
The concept of International Organizations is central to the study of Government. Which of the following is a characteristic of the African Union?
A. It is a regional organization
B. It is a supranational organization
C. It is a global organization
D. It is a national organization
Question 6
A constitution is a document that outlines the fundamental principles and rules of a country's government. Discuss the role of a constitution in shaping a country's political system, and provide examples of how different constitutions have been used to promote democracy and human rights.
A. A constitution is a living document that can be amended to reflect changing societal values.
B. A constitution is a static document that cannot be changed.
C. A constitution is a guide for the government, but not a binding document.
D. A constitution is not relevant in shaping a country's political system.
Question 7
The concept of power in government is closely related to the idea of authority. Discuss the difference between power and authority.
A. Power is the ability to make decisions, while authority is the right to make decisions.
B. Authority is the power to make decisions, while power is the ability to enforce decisions.
C. Power is the ability to make decisions, while authority is the moral justification for making decisions.
D. Authority is the power to make decisions, while power is the ability to make decisions.
Question 8
The electoral system in Nigeria is based on the principle of one man, one vote. Discuss the implications of this principle.
A. The principle of one man, one vote ensures that every citizen has an equal say in the election process.
B. The principle of one man, one vote leads to a winner-takes-all scenario, where the winner gets all the seats.
C. The principle of one man, one vote ensures that the majority wins, but the minority has no say.
D. The principle of one man, one vote leads to a proportional representation system, where seats are allocated based on the number of votes received.
Question 9
What is the purpose of checks and balances in a government?
A. To prevent any one branch of government from becoming too powerful.
B. To allow one branch of government to dominate the others.
C. To eliminate the need for a separate judicial branch.
D. To reduce the power of the executive branch.
Question 10
The concept of Local Government in Nigeria is based on the idea of decentralization. Which of the following is a correct example of local government in Nigeria?
A. The Lagos State Government collecting taxes from citizens.
B. The Ogun State Government providing healthcare services.
C. The Oyo State Government enforcing traffic laws.
D. The Ekiti State Government issuing passports.
Question 11
The concept of the Rule of Law is central to the Nigerian Constitution. Which of the following is a characteristic of the Rule of Law?
A. The power to make laws
B. The power to enforce laws
C. The principle that no one is above the law
D. The principle that the law is only for the poor
Question 12
The concept of Electoral Systems is central to the study of Government. Which of the following is a characteristic of a First-Past-The-Post (FPTP) electoral system?
A. It is a proportional representation system
B. It is a majoritarian system
C. It is a mixed-member system
D. It is a single transferable vote system
Question 13
The concept of International Organizations is central to the study of Government. Which of the following is a characteristic of the United Nations?
A. It is a regional organization
B. It is a supranational organization
C. It is a global organization
D. It is a national organization
Question 14
The system of government in a country is determined by its constitution and laws. Discuss the different types of systems of government, and provide examples of how they are implemented.
A. A democratic system of government is characterized by the rule of law, protection of individual rights, and free and fair elections.
B. An authoritarian system of government is characterized by the concentration of power in the hands of a single individual or group, and the suppression of individual rights and freedoms.
C. A monarchical system of government is characterized by the rule of a king or queen, and is often accompanied by a system of nobility and aristocracy.
D. A theocratic system of government is characterized by the rule of a religious leader or group, and is often accompanied by a system of strict laws and regulations.
Question 15
What is the main difference between a direct democracy and a representative democracy?
A. In a direct democracy, citizens make decisions directly, while in a representative democracy, citizens elect representatives to make decisions for them.
B. In a direct democracy, citizens elect representatives to make decisions for them, while in a representative democracy, citizens make decisions directly.
C. In a direct democracy, citizens have more power than in a representative democracy.
D. In a representative democracy, citizens have more power than in a direct democracy.

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