POST UTME NOUN 2021 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of 'soft power' in international relations, as described by Joseph Nye, refers to the ability of a state to achieve its objectives through
A. coercion and military force
B. diplomacy and economic incentives
C. ideological appeal and cultural exchange
D. a combination of all the above
Question 2
The concept of 'public administration' is a fundamental principle of governance. What does this concept imply in the context of international relations?
A. The right of governments to unilaterally decide their own public policies
B. The right of governments to participate in international organizations and agreements
C. The right of governments to be free from external interference in their internal affairs
D. The right of governments to impose their will on other governments
Question 3
The concept of human rights in Nigeria's Constitution is based on the idea that all individuals are born free and equal in dignity and rights. Which of the following is a fundamental human right?
A. The right to life
B. The right to freedom of speech
C. The right to education
D. The right to vote
Question 4
The concept of checks and balances in Nigeria's 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 legislative branch?
A. The power of the executive to veto legislation
B. The power of the judiciary to declare laws unconstitutional
C. The power of the legislative branch to impeach the president
D. The power of the executive to appoint judges
Question 5
The concept of 'governance' in international relations refers to the complex system of rules, norms, and institutions that shape the behavior of states and other actors. What is the main difference between 'governance' and 'government'?
A. Governance is more focused on domestic issues, while government is more focused on international issues
B. Governance is more focused on the exercise of power, while government is more focused on the provision of public goods
C. Governance is more focused on the long-term, while government is more focused on the short-term
D. Governance is more focused on the global level, while government is more focused on the national level
Question 6
The United Nations (UN) has a number of specialized agencies that work to promote economic and social development around the world. Which of the following is a key goal of the UN's specialized agencies?
A. To promote economic growth and development
B. To reduce poverty and inequality
C. To promote human rights and social justice
D. To protect the environment and natural resources
Question 7
A political party's ability to influence public policy is often measured by its ability to form a government. Which of the following is a key factor that determines a party's ability to form a government?
A. The party's popularity among the electorate
B. The party's ability to form alliances with other parties
C. The party's control of key government institutions
D. The party's economic policies
Question 8
The principle of 'subsidiarity' in the European Union refers to the idea that decisions should be taken at the most local level possible, rather than at the central level. What is the main advantage of this principle?
A. It allows for more efficient decision-making
B. It promotes greater accountability and transparency
C. It enables more effective implementation of policies
D. It reduces the burden on central authorities
Question 9
The concept of power in international relations refers to the ability of a state or organization to influence the behavior of others. Which of the following is a key source of power in international relations?
A. Economic power
B. Military power
C. Cultural power
D. All of the above
Question 10
The principle of 'subsidiarity' in the European Union refers to the idea that decisions should be taken at the most local level possible, rather than at the central level. What is the main advantage of this principle?
A. It allows for more efficient decision-making
B. It promotes greater accountability and transparency
C. It enables more effective implementation of policies
D. It reduces the burden on central authorities
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 objective?
A. The AU's Single Market Protocol
B. The AU's New Partnership for Africa's Development (NEPAD) program
C. The AU's African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance
D. The AU's African Peace and Security Architecture
Question 12
The United Nations (UN) has a number of specialized agencies that work to promote economic and social development around the world. Which of the following is a key goal of the UN's Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)?
A. To promote sustainable agriculture practices
B. To reduce hunger and malnutrition
C. To improve food security
D. To promote trade in agricultural products
Question 13
The concept of checks and balances in a democratic system is designed to prevent the concentration of power in any one branch of government. Which of the following is an example of a check on the legislative branch?
A. The power of the executive to veto legislation
B. The power of the judiciary to declare laws unconstitutional
C. The power of the legislative branch to impeach the president
D. The power of the executive to appoint judges
Question 14
The concept of 'governance' in international relations refers to the complex system of rules, norms, and institutions that shape the behavior of states and other actors. What is the main difference between 'governance' and 'government'?
A. Governance is more focused on domestic issues, while government is more focused on international issues
B. Governance is more focused on the exercise of power, while government is more focused on the provision of public goods
C. Governance is more focused on the long-term, while government is more focused on the short-term
D. Governance is more focused on the global level, while government is more focused on the national level
Question 15
The concept of 'global governance' refers to the system of rules, norms, and institutions that shape the behavior of states and other actors at the global level. What is the main challenge facing global governance?
A. The lack of a single, unified global authority
B. The difficulty of coordinating the actions of multiple actors
C. The need for greater transparency and accountability
D. The challenge of balancing competing interests and values

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