POST UTME MADONNA UNIVERSITY 2019 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) was established in 1975 to promote economic integration and cooperation among its member states. Which of the following is a key objective of ECOWAS?
A. To promote free movement of goods, services, and people within the region
B. To establish a common currency for all member states
C. To promote regional security and stability
D. To promote cultural exchange and cooperation among member states
Question 2
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 a correct example of this principle?
A. The President appoints the Chief Justice of Nigeria.
B. The National Assembly can impeach the President.
C. The President has the power to dissolve the National Assembly.
D. The President can appoint judges to the Supreme Court without Senate approval.
Question 3
The concept of electoral systems is closely related to the idea of democracy. Discuss how different electoral systems can affect the outcome of an election.
A. First-past-the-post electoral system can lead to a two-party system.
B. Proportional representation electoral system can lead to a multi-party system.
C. Mixed-member proportional electoral system can lead to a stable government.
D. Single transferable vote electoral system can lead to a fragmented parliament.
Question 4
The concept of political parties is closely related to the idea of democracy. Discuss how political parties can contribute to the stability of a democratic system.
A. Political parties can contribute to the stability of a democratic system by providing a platform for the expression of different ideologies.
B. Political parties can contribute to the stability of a democratic system by providing a framework for the resolution of conflicts.
C. Political parties do not contribute to the stability of a democratic system.
D. Political parties can contribute to the stability of a democratic system by providing a means of accountability.
Question 5
The concept of 'checks and balances' in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing the concentration of power in the hands of one individual or institution. Which of the following best describes this concept?
A. Separation of powers
B. Federalism
C. Checks and balances
D. Unitary system
Question 6
The concept of human rights is closely related to the idea of rule of law. Discuss how the rule of law can protect human rights in a democratic society.
A. The rule of law ensures that the government and its agencies are accountable to the people.
B. The rule of law provides a framework for the protection of human rights by limiting the power of the government.
C. The rule of law is essential for the promotion of economic development in a democratic society.
D. The rule of law is not essential for the protection of human rights in a democratic society.
Question 7
The principle of rule of law refers to the idea that all individuals, including government officials, are subject to the law. Which of the following is a key feature of a rule of law system?
A. Separation of powers
B. Constitutionalism
C. Rule of law
D. Checks and balances
Question 8
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is an international organization that was established in 1975. Which of the following is one of the main objectives of ECOWAS?
A. To promote economic integration and cooperation among its member states
B. To promote peace and security among its member states
C. To promote social justice and human rights among its member states
D. To promote cultural exchange and understanding among its member states
Question 9
A political party's ideology is best described as a set of principles and values that guide its actions and decisions. Which of the following is a characteristic of a political party's ideology?
A. A political party's ideology is determined by its leader.
B. A political party's ideology is a set of principles and values that guide its actions and decisions.
C. A political party's ideology is determined by its membership.
D. A political party's ideology is a set of policies and programs.
Question 10
The doctrine of separation of powers is based on the idea that power should be divided among three branches of government to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful. Which of the following is a key feature of this doctrine?
A. Checks and balances
B. Separation of powers
C. Constitutionalism
D. Rule of law
Question 11
The concept of 'rule of law' in the Nigerian Constitution refers to the idea that the government and its citizens are subject to the law. Which of the following best describes the rule of law?
A. The government has the power to make laws without consulting the citizens
B. The government and citizens are subject to the law and are held accountable for their actions
C. The government has the power to interpret the law as it sees fit
D. The government has the power to suspend the law in times of emergency
Question 12
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is a regional economic community that aims to promote economic integration and cooperation among its member states. What is the primary goal of ECOWAS?
A. To promote regional autonomy
B. To strengthen the federal system
C. To increase economic cooperation
D. To reduce trade barriers
Question 13
The concept of forms of government is closely related to the idea of political systems. Discuss how different forms of government can affect the distribution of power.
A. In a presidential system, the president has significant executive powers.
B. In a parliamentary system, the prime minister has significant executive powers.
C. In a constitutional monarchy, the monarch has significant executive powers.
D. In a federal system, the central government has significant executive powers.
Question 14
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended) recognizes the principle of federalism. Which of the following is a characteristic of a federal system of government?
A. A centralized system of government
B. A system of government where power is concentrated in the hands of the president
C. A system of government where power is divided between the federal and state governments
D. A system of government where power is concentrated in the hands of the legislature
Question 15
In a democratic system of government, which of the following is a key feature of the relationship between the government and the citizens?
A. The government has absolute authority over the citizens.
B. The citizens have the power to make laws and policies.
C. The government and citizens share powers and responsibilities.
D. The citizens have no powers or responsibilities.

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