POST UTME NILE UNIVERSITY 2022 Government | Objective

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Question 1
In the context of pre-colonial administration in Nigeria, what were the primary functions of the traditional rulers and how did they maintain their authority?
A. They collected taxes, maintained law and order, and provided justice.
B. They were responsible for agricultural production, trade, and commerce.
C. They were spiritual leaders who mediated between the gods and the people.
D. They were responsible for foreign policy and diplomacy.
Question 2
The concept of legitimacy in public administration refers to the acceptance of authority by citizens based on the belief that the government has the right to rule. Which of the following is a characteristic of legitimate authority?
A. The government has the power to enforce its decisions
B. The government is accountable to the citizens
C. The government has the consent of the governed
D. The government is free from corruption
Question 3
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is a product of the country's transition to democracy. Discuss the significance of the Constitution in promoting democratic governance in Nigeria.
A. The Constitution has promoted democratic governance in Nigeria by establishing a presidential system of government.
B. The Constitution has promoted democratic governance in Nigeria by introducing a federal system of government.
C. The Constitution has promoted democratic governance in Nigeria by establishing an independent judiciary.
D. The Constitution has promoted democratic governance in Nigeria by introducing a parliamentary system of government.
Question 4
The concept of federal character in Nigeria's constitution is aimed at
A. Promoting national unity and integration
B. Ensuring equal representation of all states in the government
C. Reducing the influence of the federal government on state affairs
D. Increasing the power of the president to appoint officials
Question 5
The concept of 'checks and balances' in the Nigerian constitution is aimed at
A. Preventing the concentration of power in the hands of the president
B. Ensuring that the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of government are independent
C. Reducing the influence of the federal government on state affairs
D. Increasing the power of the president to appoint officials
Question 6
In the context of constitutional development in Nigeria, which of the following is a key feature of the 1999 Constitution?
A. The creation of a federal system of government
B. The establishment of a presidential system of government
C. The introduction of a bicameral legislature
D. The creation of a parliamentary system of government
Question 7
The concept of human rights in Nigeria is rooted in the country's colonial past. Analyze the impact of British colonial rule on the development of human rights in Nigeria.
A. The British colonial rule led to the adoption of a system of human rights, which has been a major influence on Nigeria's human rights development.
B. The British colonial rule suppressed the development of human rights in Nigeria, leading to a lack of effective governance.
C. The British colonial rule introduced a system of indirect rule, which has been a major factor in the country's human rights development.
D. The British colonial rule had no significant impact on the development of human rights in Nigeria.
Question 8
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has been instrumental in promoting economic integration in the region. Discuss the key features of the ECOWAS Treaty and how it has contributed to regional economic development.
A. The ECOWAS Treaty established a customs union, a common market, and a monetary union.
B. The ECOWAS Treaty promoted free movement of persons, goods, and services within the region.
C. The ECOWAS Treaty established a regional parliament and a supreme court.
D. The ECOWAS Treaty promoted regional security and defense cooperation.
Question 9
In the context of public administration, which of the following is a key characteristic of a bureaucratic organization?
A. Hierarchical structure with clear lines of authority
B. Flat organizational structure with minimal hierarchy
C. Decentralized decision-making with minimal bureaucracy
D. Autonomous units with minimal oversight
Question 10
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is based on
A. The 1963 Republican Constitution
B. The 1979 Constitution
C. The 1999 Constitution
D. The 1960 Independence Constitution
Question 11
The African Union's (AU) primary objective is to promote economic, political, and social integration among its member states. Which of the following is a key mechanism for achieving this goal?
A. Establishment of a Common Currency
B. Creation of a Pan-African Parliament
C. Development of a Regional Trade Agreement
D. Implementation of a Continental Free Trade Area
Question 12
The concept of local government in Nigeria is rooted in the country's colonial past. Analyze the impact of British colonial rule on the development of local government in Nigeria.
A. The British colonial rule led to the adoption of a system of indirect rule, which has been a major influence on Nigeria's local government.
B. The British colonial rule suppressed the development of local government in Nigeria, leading to a lack of effective governance.
C. The British colonial rule introduced a system of direct rule, which has been a major factor in the country's local government.
D. The British colonial rule had no significant impact on the development of local government in Nigeria.
Question 13
The concept of Pre-colonial Administration in Nigeria refers to the system of governance that existed before the arrival of European colonizers. Which of the following was a characteristic of this system?
A. Centralized Power Structure
B. Decentralized Power Structure
C. Absence of Written Laws
D. Presence of a Strong Bureaucracy
Question 14
The concept of checks and balances in government refers to the system of restraints on the power of each branch. Which of the following is a key example of a check on the power of the executive branch?
A. The power of the legislative branch to impeach the president
B. The power of the judicial branch to declare laws unconstitutional
C. The power of the executive branch to veto laws passed by the legislature
D. The power of the legislative branch to override the president's veto
Question 15
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 for achieving this goal?
A. Separation of Powers
B. Independent Judiciary
C. Legislative Override
D. Executive Privilege

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