POST UTME RHEMA UNIVERSITY 2017 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of 'foreign policy' is a key aspect of international relations. Which of the following is a key feature of foreign policy?
A. Foreign policy is only concerned with the promotion of a country's economic interests abroad.
B. Foreign policy is a neutral and impartial activity that does not involve politics.
C. Foreign policy is responsible for promoting a country's national security and defense interests abroad.
D. Foreign policy is only concerned with the provision of humanitarian aid to other countries.
Question 2
The concept of authority in international relations refers to the
A. right to make decisions and take actions
B. ability to influence the behavior of other states
C. power to protect its citizens from external threats
D. responsibility to promote its national interests
Question 3
The African Union's (AU) role in promoting regional integration and economic development is exemplified by its
A. African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)
B. New Partnership for Africa's Development (NEPAD)
C. African Peace and Security Architecture (APSA)
D. African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance (ACDEG)
Question 4
The concept of authority in political science refers to the legitimate right to make decisions and enforce rules. Discuss the different types of authority and how they are exercised in different contexts.
A. Authority can be exercised through formal or informal means.
B. Authority can only be exercised through formal means.
C. Authority can only be exercised through informal means.
D. Authority is not exercised through either formal or informal means.
Question 5
The concept of constitutionalism is closely associated with the idea of the rule of law. Discuss the relationship between constitutionalism and the rule of law, using examples from the Nigerian Constitution.
A. Constitutionalism is a means of ensuring that the rule of law is upheld in a country.
B. The rule of law is a prerequisite for constitutionalism.
C. Constitutionalism and the rule of law are mutually exclusive concepts.
D. The Nigerian Constitution does not provide for the rule of law.
Question 6
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 decision-making process is based on consensus among member states.
B. The AU has established a common currency, the African Currency Unit (ACU).
C. The AU's Regional Economic Communities (RECs) are responsible for implementing regional economic integration policies.
D. The AU has established a common foreign policy for all member states.
Question 7
The concept of 'public administration' is a key aspect of governance. Which of the following is a key feature of public administration?
A. Public administration is only concerned with the implementation of policies and not with their formulation.
B. Public administration is a neutral and impartial activity that does not involve politics.
C. Public administration is responsible for providing public goods and services to citizens.
D. Public administration is only concerned with the management of public finances and not with the delivery of public services.
Question 8
The concept of legitimacy in political systems is closely tied to the idea of authority. Discuss the relationship between legitimacy and authority, and provide examples of how this relationship plays out in different political contexts.
A. Legitimacy is a product of authority, and authority is the source of legitimacy.
B. Authority is a product of legitimacy, and legitimacy is the source of authority.
C. Legitimacy and authority are separate concepts that are not necessarily related.
D. Legitimacy is a means of justifying authority, but it is not the source of authority.
Question 9
The 1960s and 1970s saw a significant increase in the number of newly independent African states. What was the primary factor driving this trend?
A. Decolonization
B. Economic growth
C. Demographic changes
D. Environmental factors
Question 10
The concept of legitimacy in political systems is closely tied to the idea of authority. Discuss the relationship between legitimacy and authority, using examples from the Nigerian political system.
A. Legitimacy is a product of authority, and authority is the source of legitimacy.
B. Authority is a product of legitimacy, and legitimacy is the source of authority.
C. Legitimacy and authority are two distinct concepts that are not necessarily related.
D. Legitimacy is a means of justifying authority, but it is not the source of authority.
Question 11
The concept of constitutionalism in Nigeria is rooted in the country's pre-colonial history. Which of the following pre-colonial systems of government is most closely associated with the idea of constitutionalism?
A. The Hausa Kingdoms
B. The Yoruba Empire
C. The Igbo Confederacy
D. The Benin Empire
Question 12
The African Union's (AU) role in promoting regional integration and economic development is exemplified by its
A. African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)
B. New Partnership for Africa's Development (NEPAD)
C. African Peace and Security Architecture (APSA)
D. African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance (ACDEG)
Question 13
The concept of constitutionalism in Nigeria is closely tied to the idea of the rule of law. Discuss the relationship between constitutionalism and the rule of law, using examples from recent history.
A. Constitutionalism is a product of the rule of law, and the rule of law is the source of constitutionalism.
B. The rule of law is a product of constitutionalism, and constitutionalism is the source of the rule of law.
C. Constitutionalism and the rule of law are two distinct concepts that are not necessarily related.
D. Constitutionalism is a means of justifying the rule of law, but it is not the source of the rule of law.
Question 14
The concept of 'sovereignty' is central to the study of international relations. Which of the following best describes the meaning of sovereignty in the context of international relations?
A. The right of a state to make decisions without external interference.
B. The ability of a state to project power and influence beyond its borders.
C. The concept of a state's absolute authority over its territory and population.
D. The idea that states are equal and have equal rights in international relations.
Question 15
The concept of 'human rights' is a fundamental principle of international law. Which of the following is a key feature of human rights?
A. Human rights are absolute and cannot be limited by any circumstances.
B. Human rights are universal and apply to all individuals regardless of their nationality or residence.
C. Human rights are only applicable in times of peace and not in times of war.
D. Human rights are only applicable to citizens of a particular country and not to foreigners.

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