Practice post utme noun government 2022 Past Questions

Question 1

The concept of federalism in Nigeria is based on the idea of power sharing between the federal government and the states. Which of the following is a key characteristic of federalism?

A. Decentralization of power

B. Centralization of power

C. Uniformity of laws

D. Separation of powers

Question 2

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is a regional economic community that aims to promote economic integration among its member states. Which of the following is a key instrument used by ECOWAS to achieve this goal?

A. The ECOWAS Trade Liberalization Scheme (ETLS)

B. The ECOWAS Monetary Union (EMU)

C. The ECOWAS Development Bank (EDB)

D. The ECOWAS Fund for Cooperation, Compensation and Development (ECOWAS Fund)

Question 3

The concept of 'pluralism' in political science refers to the coexistence of multiple political parties and interest groups in a democratic system. Which of the following is a characteristic of a pluralistic system?

A. Dominance of a single party

B. Limited participation of citizens

C. Multiple parties and interest groups

D. Authoritarian rule

Question 4

The concept of the rule of law in Nigeria is often seen as being in tension with the country's cultural and religious values. Discuss the implications of this tension for the development of constitutionalism in Nigeria.

A. The tension between the rule of law and cultural and religious values in Nigeria has led to a decline in the country's constitutional development, as the rule of law is seen as being in conflict with indigenous values.

B. The tension between the rule of law and cultural and religious values in Nigeria has led to a strengthening of the country's constitutional development, as the rule of law is seen as being essential for protecting indigenous values.

C. The tension between the rule of law and cultural and religious values in Nigeria has had no impact on the country's constitutional development, as the rule of law is seen as being separate from indigenous values.

D. The tension between the rule of law and cultural and religious values in Nigeria has led to a re-evaluation of the country's constitutional development, as the rule of law is seen as being in need of reform to accommodate indigenous values.

Question 5

The concept of the separation of powers in Nigeria is often seen as being in tension with the country's cultural and religious values. Discuss the implications of this tension for the development of constitutionalism in Nigeria.

A. The tension between the separation of powers and cultural and religious values in Nigeria has led to a decline in the country's constitutional development, as the separation of powers is seen as being in conflict with indigenous values.

B. The tension between the separation of powers and cultural and religious values in Nigeria has led to a strengthening of the country's constitutional development, as the separation of powers is seen as being essential for protecting indigenous values.

C. The tension between the separation of powers and cultural and religious values in Nigeria has had no impact on the country's constitutional development, as the separation of powers is seen as being separate from indigenous values.

D. The tension between the separation of powers and cultural and religious values in Nigeria has led to a re-evaluation of the country's constitutional development, as the separation of powers is seen as being in need of reform to accommodate indigenous values.

Question 6

The United Nations (UN) is an international organization that aims to promote peace, security, and cooperation among its member states. Which of the following is a primary function of the UN Security Council?

A. To promote economic development

B. To maintain international peace and security

C. To provide humanitarian aid

D. To promote cultural exchange

Question 7

Explain how the concept of forms of government has influenced the development of Nigeria's constitutional framework.

A. The concept of forms of government has promoted the principles of federalism.

B. The concept of forms of government has led to the entrenchment of democratic values.

C. The concept of forms of government has no significant impact on Nigeria's constitutional framework.

D. The concept of forms of government has resulted in the concentration of power in the executive branch.

Question 8

The Nigerian electoral system is based on the principle of one man, one vote. Which of the following is a key feature of this system?

A. Proportional representation

B. First-past-the-post system

C. Single transferable vote system

D. Majority system

Question 9

Explain how the 1999 Constitution has contributed to the entrenchment of democratic values in Nigeria.

A. The 1999 Constitution has promoted the principles of human rights and the rule of law.

B. The 1999 Constitution has established an independent judiciary.

C. The 1999 Constitution has no significant impact on Nigeria's democratic values.

D. The 1999 Constitution has led to the concentration of power in the legislative branch.

Question 10

The African Union's (AU) primary goal is to promote economic integration and political cooperation among its member states. Which of the following is a key instrument used by the AU to achieve this goal?

A. The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)

B. The African Monetary Union (AMU)

C. The African Development Bank (ADB)

D. The New Partnership for Africa's Development (NEPAD)

Question 11

The concept of rule of law is closely tied to the idea of human rights. Discuss the relationship between rule of law and human rights, and how they are used to justify the exercise of power in Nigeria.

A. Rule of law is the means by which human rights are protected, while human rights are the ends to which rule of law is directed.

B. Human rights are the foundation of rule of law, and rule of law is the means by which human rights are protected.

C. Rule of law and human rights are interchangeable terms, and are used to describe the same concept.

D. Rule of law is the opposite of human rights, and is used to describe a lack of protection or enforcement.

Question 12

The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is based on the principles of federalism. Discuss the implications of federalism on the distribution of power between the federal and state governments.

A. Federalism leads to a concentration of power in the federal government, resulting in a unitary system.

B. Federalism distributes power between the federal and state governments, resulting in a decentralized system.

C. Federalism is not relevant to the distribution of power in Nigeria, as the country is a unitary state.

D. Federalism is a system of government in which power is held by the state governments, rather than the federal government.

Question 13

Using the concept of constitutionalism, evaluate the role of the 1979 Constitution in promoting democratic governance in Nigeria.

A. The 1979 Constitution established a robust system of checks and balances.

B. The 1979 Constitution promoted the principles of federalism.

C. The 1979 Constitution had no significant impact on Nigeria's democratic governance.

D. The 1979 Constitution led to the concentration of power in the executive branch.

Question 14

A political party's ideology is a crucial aspect of its identity. Discuss how a party's ideology influences its policy decisions.

A. A party's ideology determines its policy decisions.

B. A party's ideology influences its policy decisions.

C. A party's ideology has no effect on its policy decisions.

D. A party's ideology only influences its policy decisions in certain situations.

Question 15

The Nigerian political system has undergone significant changes since independence. Discuss the impact of these changes on the country's political institutions and processes.

A. The changes have strengthened Nigeria's political institutions.

B. The changes have weakened Nigeria's political institutions.

C. The changes have had no impact on Nigeria's political institutions.

D. The changes have led to the collapse of Nigeria's political institutions.

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