POST UTME NILE UNIVERSITY 2021 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of human rights in Nigeria is based on the idea that all citizens have inherent dignity and worth, and should be treated with respect and dignity. Which of the following is a key right guaranteed by the Nigerian Constitution?
A. The right to life
B. The right to freedom from torture
C. The right to freedom of expression
D. The right to a fair trial
Question 2
What is the concept of legitimacy in the context of government?
A. The right to govern based on popular consent
B. The right to govern based on divine authority
C. The right to govern based on traditional authority
D. The right to govern based on constitutional authority
Question 3
The concept of legitimacy is closely related to the idea of authority. Discuss how legitimacy is established and maintained in a democratic system.
A. Legitimacy is established and maintained through the use of force, coercion, and manipulation.
B. Legitimacy is established and maintained through the use of persuasion, negotiation, and compromise.
C. Legitimacy is established and maintained through the use of laws, institutions, and procedures.
D. Legitimacy is not an important concept in a democratic system, as it is primarily concerned with ensuring that the government is accountable to the people.
Question 4
In a democratic system, what is the primary source of legitimacy for a government?
A. The people
B. The constitution
C. The government itself
D. International organizations
Question 5
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. Discuss the role of ECOWAS in promoting economic development and the challenges it faces in this regard.
A. ECOWAS has been successful in promoting economic development, but faces challenges in addressing the root causes of poverty and inequality.
B. ECOWAS has been ineffective in promoting economic development, and its efforts have been hindered by the lack of support from its member states.
C. ECOWAS plays a crucial role in promoting economic development, but faces significant challenges in addressing the impact of external factors on its member states.
D. ECOWAS has no role in promoting economic development, and its focus is solely on promoting security and stability in the region.
Question 6
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 direct consequence of this system?
A. The President can dissolve the National Assembly
B. The National Assembly can remove the President from office
C. The Judiciary can veto laws passed by the National Assembly
D. The Executive can override a veto by the National Assembly
Question 7
The concept of rule of law in Nigeria is enshrined in the Constitution. Which of the following is a principle of the rule of law?
A. Separation of powers
B. Independence of the judiciary
C. Accountability of government officials
D. Protection of individual rights
Question 8
In a federal system of government, power is divided between the central government and the regional governments. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this system of government.
A. The advantages of a federal system of government include the promotion of regional autonomy, the protection of minority rights, and the encouragement of economic development.
B. The disadvantages of a federal system of government include the potential for conflict between the central government and the regional governments, the difficulty of coordinating national policies, and the risk of regional inequality.
C. A federal system of government is not suitable for a country with a small population, as it would be difficult to establish and maintain regional governments.
D. A federal system of government is not suitable for a country with a large population, as it would be difficult to coordinate national policies and ensure regional autonomy.
Question 9
The concept of federalism is an important aspect of the Nigerian Constitution. Discuss the role of federalism in ensuring good governance.
A. Federalism is a system of government where power is divided between the federal government and the states.
B. Federalism is a system of government where power is concentrated in the federal government.
C. Federalism is not important in ensuring good governance.
D. Federalism is a system of government where power is divided between the federal government and the states, and also ensures that the government is accountable to the people.
Question 10
The Nigerian Constitution provides for the protection of human rights. Discuss the importance of human rights in ensuring good governance.
A. Human rights are important in ensuring good governance because they protect the rights of citizens.
B. Human rights are not important in ensuring good governance.
C. Human rights are important in ensuring good governance because they protect the rights of citizens, and also ensure that the government is accountable to the people.
D. Human rights are important in ensuring good governance because they protect the rights of citizens, and also ensure that the government is accountable to the people, and also ensure that the government does not abuse its power.
Question 11
The concept of power is closely related to the idea of authority. Discuss how power is exercised and maintained in a democratic system.
A. Power is exercised and maintained through the use of force, coercion, and manipulation.
B. Power is exercised and maintained through the use of persuasion, negotiation, and compromise.
C. Power is exercised and maintained through the use of laws, institutions, and procedures.
D. Power is not an important concept in a democratic system, as it is primarily concerned with ensuring that the government is accountable to the people.
Question 12
The African Union's (AU) main goal is to promote economic, political, and social integration among its member states. Which of the following is a key feature of the AU's decision-making process?
A. Majority voting
B. Consensus decision-making
C. Unanimous voting
D. Veto power
Question 13
What is the main difference between a constitutional monarchy and a parliamentary system of government?
A. The monarch has absolute power
B. The monarch has limited power
C. The prime minister is appointed by the monarch
D. The prime minister is elected by the people
Question 14
The concept of foreign policy is closely related to the idea of international relations. Discuss how foreign policy is formulated and implemented in a democratic system.
A. Foreign policy is formulated and implemented through the use of diplomacy, negotiation, and compromise.
B. Foreign policy is formulated and implemented through the use of force, coercion, and manipulation.
C. Foreign policy is formulated and implemented through the use of laws, institutions, and procedures.
D. Foreign policy is not an important concept in a democratic system, as it is primarily concerned with ensuring that the government is accountable to the people.
Question 15
In a parliamentary system of government, what is the role of the opposition?
A. To support the government
B. To oppose the government
C. To make laws
D. To interpret the constitution

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