POST UTME REDEEMERS UNIVERSITY 2020 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of legitimacy in the context of international organizations is closely related to the idea of authority. Discuss the relationship between legitimacy and authority in the context of the African Union (AU) and the United Nations (UN).
A. Legitimacy is a necessary condition for authority, but not a sufficient one.
B. Authority is a necessary condition for legitimacy, but not a sufficient one.
C. Legitimacy and authority are interchangeable concepts.
D. Legitimacy is a concept that is unique to the AU's political system.
Question 2
The 1963 Republican Constitution of Nigeria introduced a federal system of government. Which of the following was a consequence of this system?
A. The creation of more states and local governments.
B. The concentration of power in the hands of the President.
C. The establishment of a parliamentary system of government.
D. The abolition of the federal character principle.
Question 3
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is responsible for conducting elections in Nigeria. Which of the following is a requirement for a political party to be registered with INEC?
A. The party must have a national spread.
B. The party must have a minimum of 100,000 members.
C. The party must have a clear ideology.
D. The party must have a national chairman.
Question 4
A political party's primary function is to nominate candidates for public office. Which of the following is a characteristic of a political party?
A. To provide a platform for the expression of diverse opinions.
B. To promote the interests of a particular group or class.
C. To provide a means of selecting candidates for public office.
D. To engage in electoral campaigns and propaganda.
Question 5
The concept of authority in international relations is closely tied to the idea of legitimacy. Discuss how the use of authority by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has impacted its relationships with member countries.
A. The use of authority by the IMF has led to a decline in its legitimacy and a rise in anti-IMF sentiment among member countries.
B. The use of authority by the IMF has been successful in promoting its goals and values, through the use of conditionality and economic incentives.
C. The use of authority by the IMF has been ineffective in promoting its goals and values, due to a lack of resources and a lack of commitment from member countries.
D. The use of authority by the IMF has not had a significant impact on its relationships with member countries, instead focusing on promoting economic development and cooperation.
Question 6
In a presidential system of government, the president serves as both the head of state and the head of government. Which of the following is a characteristic of this system?
A. Separation of powers
B. Constitutional monarchy
C. Executive dominance
D. Legislative supremacy
Question 7
The concept of the rule of law is closely related to the idea of constitutionalism. Discuss how the rule of law and constitutionalism are interconnected in the context of the Nigerian Constitution.
A. The rule of law and constitutionalism are two distinct concepts that are not interconnected.
B. The rule of law is a principle that is enshrined in the Nigerian Constitution, while constitutionalism is a broader concept that encompasses the rule of law.
C. The rule of law and constitutionalism are interconnected in the sense that the rule of law is a means of implementing the principles of constitutionalism.
D. The rule of law and constitutionalism are mutually exclusive concepts that cannot coexist in a democratic society.
Question 8
The concept of legitimacy in the context of political power is closely related to the idea of authority. Discuss the relationship between legitimacy and authority, using examples from the political systems of Nigeria and the United States.
A. Legitimacy is a necessary condition for authority, but not a sufficient one.
B. Authority is a necessary condition for legitimacy, but not a sufficient one.
C. Legitimacy and authority are interchangeable concepts.
D. Legitimacy is a concept that is unique to Nigeria's political system.
Question 9
The 1963 Republican Constitution of Nigeria introduced the concept of parliamentary democracy. Which of the following was a feature of this system?
A. The existence of a presidential system.
B. The presence of a parliamentary system.
C. The use of a system of checks and balances.
D. The presence of a complex system of taxation.
Question 10
The electoral system in Nigeria is based on a first-past-the-post system. What is the main advantage of this system?
A. Promotes coalition building
B. Encourages voter turnout
C. Favors the majority party
D. Reduces electoral disputes
Question 11
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has been instrumental in promoting regional integration and economic development in West Africa. Discuss the role of ECOWAS in promoting regional integration and economic development in West Africa.
A. ECOWAS has played a significant role in promoting regional integration and economic development in West Africa through its various programs and initiatives.
B. ECOWAS has been ineffective in promoting regional integration and economic development in West Africa due to lack of resources and political will.
C. ECOWAS has focused primarily on promoting regional security and stability in West Africa, rather than economic development.
D. ECOWAS has no role in promoting regional integration and economic development in West Africa, as these are the responsibilities of individual West African countries.
Question 12
The concept of constitutional development in Nigeria refers to the process of creating and amending the country's constitution. Which of the following is a characteristic of the 1999 Constitution?
A. It is a rigid constitution that cannot be amended.
B. It is a flexible constitution that can be amended through a simple majority vote.
C. It is a federal constitution that divides power between the federal and state governments.
D. It is a unitary constitution that concentrates power in the hands of the President.
Question 13
The concept of the rule of law is closely related to the idea of constitutionalism. Discuss how the rule of law and constitutionalism are interconnected in the context of the Nigerian Constitution, using examples from the Constitution.
A. The rule of law and constitutionalism are two distinct concepts that are not interconnected.
B. The rule of law is a principle that is enshrined in the Nigerian Constitution, while constitutionalism is a broader concept that encompasses the rule of law.
C. The rule of law and constitutionalism are interconnected in the sense that the rule of law is a means of implementing the principles of constitutionalism.
D. The rule of law and constitutionalism are mutually exclusive concepts that cannot coexist in a democratic society.
Question 14
The African Union (AU) has been criticized for its slow response to the Ebola outbreak in West Africa. Discuss the AU's role in regional health security and its limitations in responding to public health crises.
A. The AU has a well-established framework for regional health security, but lacks the resources to implement it.
B. The AU's role in regional health security is limited to providing technical assistance to member states.
C. The AU has a strong track record of responding to public health crises, but faces challenges in coordinating its efforts.
D. The AU's role in regional health security is primarily focused on promoting economic development.
Question 15
The concept of Federalism is a system of government in which power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units. Which of the following is an example of a federal system of government?
A. The government of the United States.
B. The government of the United Kingdom.
C. The government of Nigeria.
D. The government of China.

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