POST UTME REDEEMERS UNIVERSITY 2024 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of the rule of law is a fundamental principle of democratic governance. Which of the following best describes the rule of law?
A. The rule of law is a system of laws that are applied equally to all citizens
B. The rule of law is a system of laws that are applied only to certain groups of citizens
C. The rule of law is a system of laws that are not applied equally to all citizens
D. The rule of law is a system of laws that are not applied at all
Question 2
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is a product of the country's transition to democracy. Which of the following provisions in the constitution is a key feature of the country's federal system?
A. The creation of states and local governments
B. The establishment of a bicameral legislature
C. The provision for a presidential system of government
D. The guarantee of fundamental human rights
Question 3
The United Nations (UN) is an international organization that aims to promote peace and security among its member states. Which of the following is one of the main purposes of the UN?
A. To promote economic development and cooperation among its member states
B. To promote peace and security among its member states
C. To promote social justice and human rights among its member states
D. To promote cultural exchange and understanding among its member states
Question 4
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 5
The concept of political parties refers to organized groups of citizens who share common goals and ideologies. Which of the following is an example of a political party's role in a democratic system?
A. To provide a platform for citizens to express their opinions
B. To promote the interests of a particular group or class
C. To hold the government accountable for its actions
D. To provide a means for citizens to participate in the decision-making process
Question 6
The concept of Checks and Balances in a democratic system is designed to prevent the abuse of power by any one branch of government. Which of the following is a check on the power of the Executive?
A. The power of the legislature to impeach the President
B. The power of the judiciary to declare laws unconstitutional
C. The power of the President to veto laws passed by the legislature
D. The power of the legislature to declare war
Question 7
The concept of Separation of Powers in a democratic system is designed to prevent the concentration of power in one branch of government. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Separation of Powers?
A. Each branch has the power to declare war
B. Each branch has the power to make laws
C. Each branch has the power to interpret laws
D. Each branch has the power to appoint judges
Question 8
The concept of 'Constitutionalism' in Nigeria's political development refers to the idea that the Constitution is the supreme law of the land, and all other laws and institutions must conform to it. Which of the following best describes the implications of Constitutionalism in Nigeria?
A. The Constitution is the supreme law of the land, and all other laws and institutions must conform to it.
B. The Constitution is a mere guideline, and other laws and institutions can override it if necessary.
C. The Constitution is only applicable to the federal government, and state governments have their own constitutions.
D. The Constitution is a dead document, and its provisions are no longer relevant in modern Nigeria.
Question 9
The concept of Constitutional Development in Nigeria refers to the process of creating and amending the country's constitution. Which of the following is one of the key features of the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria?
A. The creation of a federal system of government
B. The establishment of a presidential system of government
C. The creation of a unicameral legislature
D. The establishment of a parliamentary system of government
Question 10
The concept of Separation of Powers in a democratic system is designed to prevent the concentration of power in one branch of government. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Separation of Powers?
A. Each branch has the power to declare war
B. Each branch has the power to make laws
C. Each branch has the power to interpret laws
D. Each branch has the power to appoint judges
Question 11
The concept of 'Pre-colonial Administration' in Nigeria's political development refers to the system of government that existed in Nigeria before the arrival of European colonizers. Which of the following best describes the characteristics of Pre-colonial Administration in Nigeria?
A. Pre-colonial Administration in Nigeria was a centralized system of government, with a strong monarch or king at the helm.
B. Pre-colonial Administration in Nigeria was a decentralized system of government, with power held by local chiefs and elders.
C. Pre-colonial Administration in Nigeria was a feudal system of government, with power held by nobles and aristocrats.
D. Pre-colonial Administration in Nigeria was a democratic system of government, with power held by the people.
Question 12
The concept of electoral systems refers to the methods used to elect representatives to office. Which of the following is an example of a proportional representation electoral system?
A. First-Past-The-Post (FPTP)
B. Single Transferable Vote (STV)
C. Mixed-Member Proportional (MMP)
D. Majority System
Question 13
The concept of 'Rule of Law' in Nigeria's political development refers to the idea that the government and its institutions must act in accordance with the law, and that the law must be applied equally to all citizens. Which of the following best describes the implications of the Rule of Law in Nigeria?
A. The government and its institutions must act in accordance with the law, and that the law must be applied equally to all citizens.
B. The government and its institutions can act arbitrarily, and the law is not binding on them.
C. The law is only applicable to the federal government, and state governments can act arbitrarily.
D. The law is a mere guideline, and the government and its institutions can override it if necessary.
Question 14
The concept of constitutionalism in Nigeria is rooted in the idea of limiting government power through a constitution. Which of the following best describes the primary purpose of a constitution in a constitutional democracy?
A. To establish the structure and organization of government
B. To define the relationship between the government and citizens
C. To limit the power of the government and protect individual rights
D. To provide a framework for the economy
Question 15
The 1963 Republican Constitution of Nigeria introduced a new system of government, which was a significant departure from the previous constitution. What was the primary feature of this new system?
A. Federalism
B. Unitarism
C. Confederalism
D. Parliamentarism

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