POST UTME NILE UNIVERSITY 2025 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of legitimacy in government is closely tied to the idea of authority. Discuss how the two concepts are related, using examples from the Nigerian Constitution.
A. Legitimacy is a necessary condition for authority, but not sufficient.
B. Authority is a necessary condition for legitimacy, but not sufficient.
C. Legitimacy and authority are interchangeable terms.
D. Legitimacy is a product of authority, but not the other way around.
Question 2
The United Nations has a total of 193 member states. Which of the following is NOT one of the six main organs of the United Nations?
A. General Assembly
B. Security Council
C. Economic and Social Council
D. International Court of Justice
Question 3
The concept of federalism in Nigeria is based on the principle of division of power between the federal and state governments. Which of the following is a correct example of a power that is reserved for the federal government?
A. The power to collect taxes
B. The power to regulate trade and commerce
C. The power to make laws on matters affecting the entire country
D. The power to appoint judges
Question 4
In a federal system of government, power is divided between the central government and the constituent units. Which of the following is an example of a power that is typically reserved for the constituent units?
A. The power to collect taxes
B. The power to regulate commerce
C. The power to provide for education
D. The power to provide for public health
Question 5
A country's foreign policy is influenced by its national interests, which are shaped by its economic, political, and social factors. What is the term for the process of a country's foreign policy being influenced by its international factors?
A. Realism
B. Liberalism
C. International determinism
D. Domestic determinism
Question 6
A country's electoral system is designed to ensure that the winner of an election is the candidate who receives the most votes. What is the term for this type of electoral system?
A. First-past-the-post
B. Proportional representation
C. Majority system
D. Plurality system
Question 7
The concept of 'checks and balances' in a system of government is most closely associated with which of the following international organizations?
A. United Nations
B. African Union
C. ECOWAS
D. European Union
Question 8
The concept of legitimacy in international relations refers to the acceptance of a political entity or institution as having the right to govern or make decisions. Which of the following is a key factor that contributes to the legitimacy of an international organization?
A. Its ability to enforce its decisions
B. Its commitment to democratic values
C. Its economic power and influence
D. Its ability to provide public goods and services
Question 9
The concept of legitimacy in government is closely tied to the idea of authority. Discuss how the two concepts are related, using examples from the Nigerian Constitution.
A. Legitimacy is a necessary condition for authority, but not sufficient.
B. Authority is a necessary condition for legitimacy, but not sufficient.
C. Legitimacy and authority are interchangeable terms.
D. Legitimacy is a product of authority, but not the other way around.
Question 10
The United Nations is an international organization that was established in the aftermath of World War II. Which of the following is one of the main purposes of the United Nations?
A. To promote economic development
B. To promote peace and security
C. To promote human rights
D. To promote environmental protection
Question 11
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 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 passed by Congress unconstitutional.
C. The power of the executive branch to veto laws passed by Congress.
D. The power of the legislative branch to override a presidential veto.
Question 12
The African Union's (AU) role in promoting regional integration and economic development is exemplified by its efforts to establish a single currency for the continent. Which of the following is a key challenge facing the AU in achieving this goal?
A. Divergent economic policies among member states
B. Lack of infrastructure development
C. Insufficient funding
D. Inadequate institutional capacity
Question 13
A system of government where power is held by a central authority is known as a?
A. Federal system
B. Unitary system
C. Confederation
D. Constitutional monarchy
Question 14
In a presidential system of government, the President serves as both the Head of State and the Head of Government. Which of the following countries has a similar system of government?
A. France
B. Germany
C. United States
D. China
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 a correct example of a check on the power of the President?
A. The National Assembly's power to impeach the President
B. The power of the President to appoint judges
C. The power of the President to dissolve the National Assembly
D. The power of the President to veto laws passed by the National Assembly

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