POST UTME MADONNA UNIVERSITY 2023 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The African Union's (AU) 'Agenda 2063' is a strategic framework for the socio-economic transformation of the African continent by which of the following dates?
A. 2025
B. 2030
C. 2035
D. 2063
Question 2
The concept of 'federal character' in the Nigerian Constitution is designed to ensure that the country's resources are distributed fairly among all states. Which of the following is an example of a way in which federal character is implemented?
A. The allocation of federal jobs to citizens of different states
B. The distribution of federal funds to states based on their population
C. The creation of a federal agency to oversee the implementation of federal character
D. The establishment of a federal university in each state
Question 3
The concept of constitutionalism is a fundamental principle of constitutional government. Which of the following is a characteristic of constitutionalism?
A. The power to declare war
B. The power to approve or reject presidential appointments
C. The principle that the government is limited by a constitution
D. The principle that the government has absolute power
Question 4
The 'Constitution of Nigeria' is based on which of the following principles?
A. Federalism
B. Confederalism
C. Unitary Government
D. Separation of Powers
Question 5
The concept of 'checks and balances' in the Nigerian Constitution is designed to prevent any one branch of government from becoming too powerful. Which of the following is an example of a check on the power of the executive?
A. The power of the National Assembly to approve presidential appointments
B. The power of the judiciary to declare laws passed by the National Assembly unconstitutional
C. The power of the state governors to veto bills passed by the state assemblies
D. The power of the president to dissolve the National Assembly
Question 6
The doctrine 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 or reject presidential appointments
D. The power to declare a state of emergency
Question 7
The concept of checks and balances is a mechanism that prevents any one branch of government from becoming too powerful. Which of the following is an example of a check on the legislative branch?
A. The power to declare war
B. The power to approve or reject presidential appointments
C. The power to veto legislation
D. The power to appoint judges
Question 8
The concept of federalism is closely related to the idea of decentralization. Discuss how federalism can be used to promote decentralization and reduce the power of the central government.
A. Federalism can be used to promote decentralization by giving more power to the states and local governments.
B. Federalism can be used to promote decentralization by reducing the power of the central government and giving more power to the people.
C. Federalism is not relevant to the promotion of decentralization and reduction of the power of the central government.
D. Federalism can be used to promote decentralization by giving more power to the central government and reducing the power of the states and local governments.
Question 9
The concept of foreign policy is closely related to the idea of international relations. Discuss how foreign policy is used to promote national interests in Nigeria.
A. Foreign policy is the process of promoting national interests through diplomacy and negotiation.
B. Foreign policy is the process of using military force to achieve national goals.
C. Foreign policy is the process of providing economic aid and assistance to other countries.
D. Foreign policy is the process of promoting cultural exchange and understanding.
Question 10
The concept of local government is a fundamental principle of constitutional government. Which of the following is a characteristic of local government?
A. The power to declare war
B. The power to approve or reject presidential appointments
C. The principle that local government is responsible for providing basic services to citizens
D. The principle that local government is responsible for making national policies
Question 11
The 'Electoral College' system is used in which country?
A. United States
B. Germany
C. France
D. United Kingdom
Question 12
The concept of authority in political science refers to the legitimate right to make decisions and enforce rules. Discuss how authority can be exercised in a system with a weak executive.
A. By using coercion and force.
B. By using persuasion and negotiation.
C. By using a combination of coercion and persuasion.
D. By using a combination of force and negotiation.
Question 13
The concept of human rights is a fundamental principle of constitutional government. Which of the following is a characteristic of human rights?
A. The power to declare war
B. The power to approve or reject presidential appointments
C. The principle that all citizens are equal before the law
D. The principle that the government has absolute power
Question 14
The concept of legitimacy in a political system is closely related to the idea of power. Discuss how the two concepts are intertwined, using examples from the Nigerian Constitution.
A. Legitimacy is the acceptance of power by the people, while power is the ability to enforce decisions.
B. Legitimacy is the source of power, while power is the means of enforcing decisions.
C. Legitimacy is the outcome of power, while power is the input that produces legitimacy.
D. Legitimacy is the opposite of power, while power is the absence of legitimacy.
Question 15
The concept of constitutionalism is closely related to the idea of rule of law. Discuss how the rule of law is essential for the protection of individual rights and freedoms in a democratic society.
A. The rule of law ensures that the government is accountable to the people and protects their rights and freedoms.
B. The rule of law is not essential for the protection of individual rights and freedoms in a democratic society.
C. The rule of law is only necessary in authoritarian regimes.
D. The rule of law is not relevant to the protection of individual rights and freedoms in a democratic society.

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