POST UTME OSUSTECH 2022 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of authority is often associated with the idea of legitimate rightness. Discuss the different forms of authority and their relationships to power and legitimacy.
A. Authority is the legitimate right to make decisions and take actions, while power is the ability to influence or control the behavior of others.
B. Authority is the ability to influence or control the behavior of others, while power is the legitimate right to make decisions and take actions.
C. Authority is the moral or legal rightness of a decision or action, while power is the ability to influence or control the behavior of others.
D. Authority is unrelated to power and legitimacy, and refers to the legitimate right to make decisions and take actions.
Question 2
The concept of rule of law is closely related to the idea of constitutionalism. Discuss how the rule of law is essential for the protection of human rights in Nigeria.
A. The rule of law ensures that the government and its agencies act within the bounds of the law, thereby protecting the rights of citizens.
B. The rule of law is not essential for the protection of human rights in Nigeria, as the constitution provides adequate safeguards.
C. The rule of law is only relevant in cases where the government has violated the rights of citizens, but it is not a preventative measure.
D. The rule of law is a Western concept that is not applicable to Nigeria's cultural and historical context.
Question 3
The concept of checks and balances in a system of government is designed to prevent the concentration of power in the hands of one individual or group. Which of the following is an example of a check on the power of the executive?
A. The power of the legislative to impeach the president
B. The power of the judiciary to declare laws unconstitutional
C. The power of the executive to appoint judges
D. The power of the president to veto laws
Question 4
The 1963 Republican Constitution of Nigeria was a product of which of the following constitutional development processes?
A. Constitutional Conference
B. Constitutional Drafting Committee
C. Constitutional Review Committee
D. Constitutional Amendment Process
Question 5
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria provides for which of the following electoral systems?
A. First-Past-The-Post System
B. Proportional Representation System
C. Mixed-Member System
D. Single Transferable Vote System
Question 6
The concept of legitimacy in government is closely related to the idea of authority. Explain how a government can maintain its legitimacy in the eyes of its citizens.
A. Through the use of force and coercion
B. By providing public goods and services
C. Through the exercise of authority and the rule of law
D. By manipulating public opinion
Question 7
What is the main difference between a political party and a pressure group?
A. A political party has a broader membership base
B. A pressure group has a more defined goal
C. A political party is more focused on winning elections
D. A pressure group is more focused on influencing policy
Question 8
What is the main feature of a federal system of government?
A. A strong central government
B. A weak central government
C. A decentralized system of government
D. A unitary system of government
Question 9
A country has a parliamentary system of government. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this system?
A. Advantages: strong executive, efficient decision-making; Disadvantages: potential for authoritarianism, lack of checks and balances
B. Advantages: separation of powers, checks and balances; Disadvantages: slow decision-making, potential for gridlock
C. Advantages: direct election of the prime minister, strong executive; Disadvantages: potential for populism, lack of checks and balances
D. Advantages: strong legislature, efficient decision-making; Disadvantages: potential for gridlock, lack of executive power
Question 10
The concept of power is often associated with the ability to influence or control the behavior of others. Discuss the different forms of power and their relationships to authority and legitimacy.
A. Power is the ability to influence or control the behavior of others, while authority is the legitimate right to make decisions and take actions.
B. Power and authority are interchangeable terms, and both refer to the ability to influence or control the behavior of others.
C. Power is the ability to make decisions and take actions, while authority is the legitimate right to influence or control the behavior of others.
D. Power and authority are unrelated concepts, and power refers to the ability to influence or control the behavior of others, while authority refers to the legitimate right to make decisions and take actions.
Question 11
The concept of checks and balances in a system of government is designed to prevent the concentration of power in the hands of one individual or group. Which of the following is an example of a check on the power of the executive?
A. The power of the legislative to impeach the president
B. The power of the judiciary to declare laws unconstitutional
C. The power of the executive to appoint judges
D. The power of the president to veto laws
Question 12
The concept of power in political systems is often associated with the ability to influence or control the behavior of others. Discuss the different types of power, and explain how they are exercised in different contexts.
A. Power can be exercised through coercion, persuasion, or manipulation.
B. Power is exercised through the use of force or violence.
C. Power is exercised through the ability to make decisions or take actions that affect others.
D. Power is exercised through the ability to control or manipulate the behavior of others.
Question 13
In a system of government where the head of state is also the head of government, which of the following is a characteristic of the system?
A. Separation of powers
B. Constitutional monarchy
C. Authoritarian regime
D. Dictatorship
Question 14
In a system of government where the head of state is also the head of government, which of the following is a characteristic of the system?
A. Separation of powers
B. Constitutional monarchy
C. Authoritarian regime
D. Dictatorship
Question 15
In a democratic system, what is the primary source of legitimacy for a government?
A. The people
B. The constitution
C. The monarch
D. The military

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