Practice post utme rhema university government 2025 Past Questions

Question 1

A pressure group's primary goal is to?

A. Influence public policy

B. Elect politicians

C. Represent the interests of its members

D. All of the above

Question 2

A political party's primary goal is to?

A. Win elections

B. Promote social justice

C. Represent the interests of its members

D. All of the above

Question 3

In a presidential system of government, what is the role of the president?

A. To serve as head of state and head of government

B. To serve as head of state only

C. To serve as head of government only

D. To appoint judges

Question 4

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 United States of America

B. The United Kingdom

C. The Russian Federation

D. The People's Republic of China

Question 5

The concept of 'checks and balances' in a democratic government is designed to prevent the concentration of power in the hands of one individual or institution. Which of the following is an example of a check on the power of the executive branch?

A. The power of the legislative branch to impeach the president

B. The power of the judicial branch to declare laws unconstitutional

C. The power of the executive branch to veto laws passed by the legislative branch

D. The power of the executive branch to appoint judges

Question 6

The concept of 'human rights' in government refers to the fundamental rights and freedoms that are inherent to all human beings. Which of the following is a universal human right?

A. The right to life

B. The right to freedom of speech

C. The right to bear arms

D. The right to vote

Question 7

The concept of constitutionalism in Nigeria is rooted in the country's pre-colonial and colonial past. Analyze the impact of British colonial rule on the development of constitutionalism in Nigeria.

A. The British colonial rule led to the imposition of a rigid and authoritarian constitution that suppressed the rights of Nigerians.

B. The British colonial rule introduced the concept of constitutionalism to Nigeria, which has since been adapted and modified to suit the country's needs.

C. The British colonial rule had little impact on the development of constitutionalism in Nigeria, as the country's pre-colonial systems of governance were largely preserved.

D. The British colonial rule led to the creation of a constitution that was tailored to the interests of the colonial powers, rather than the needs of the Nigerian people.

Question 8

In a federal system of government, what is the primary function of the legislative branch?

A. To make laws

B. To enforce laws

C. To interpret laws

D. To appoint judges

Question 9

The concept of local government in Nigeria is rooted in the country's colonial past. Which of the following is a key feature of local government in Nigeria?

A. The existence of a strong central government

B. The existence of a weak central government

C. The existence of a decentralized system of government

D. The existence of a federal system of government

Question 10

The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is a product of the country's transition to democracy. Discuss the key provisions of the constitution that have contributed to the stability and growth of democracy in Nigeria.

A. The constitution's provisions on the separation of powers, federalism, and the protection of individual rights have contributed to the stability and growth of democracy in Nigeria.

B. The constitution's provisions on the role of the military in politics, the structure of the federal government, and the powers of the president have contributed to the stability and growth of democracy in Nigeria.

C. The constitution's provisions on the role of the judiciary, the independence of the electoral commission, and the protection of the rights of women and children have contributed to the stability and growth of democracy in Nigeria.

D. The constitution's provisions on the role of the legislature, the powers of the state governors, and the protection of the rights of ethnic minorities have contributed to the stability and growth of democracy in Nigeria.

Question 11

The concept of 'checks and balances' is a mechanism for ensuring that no one branch of government becomes too powerful. Which of the following is an example of a check on the power of the executive?

A. The power of the Senate to approve presidential appointments

B. The power of the House of Representatives to impeach the President

C. The power of the judiciary to declare laws passed by the legislature unconstitutional

D. The power of the state governors to appoint members of the state executive council

Question 12

The concept of 'public administration' in government refers to the implementation of policies and programs by government agencies. Which of the following is a characteristic of public administration?

A. The use of private sector methods and techniques

B. The use of public sector methods and techniques

C. The use of a combination of public and private sector methods and techniques

D. The absence of any methods or techniques

Question 13

The concept of legitimacy in political systems is closely tied to the idea of authority. Discuss how the legitimacy of a government can be affected by the manner in which it exercises authority.

A. Legitimacy is solely dependent on the authority exercised by the government.

B. The manner in which authority is exercised can affect the legitimacy of the government, but it is not the sole determining factor.

C. Legitimacy is not affected by the manner in which authority is exercised.

D. The legitimacy of a government is solely determined by its authority, regardless of how it is exercised.

Question 14

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 instrument used by the AU to achieve this objective?

A. The African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights

B. The African Union's Constitutive Act

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

D. The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)

Question 15

The concept of 'human rights' is a fundamental principle of constitutional development in Nigeria. Which of the following is a right guaranteed by the 1999 Constitution?

A. The right to life

B. The right to freedom of speech

C. The right to a fair trial

D. The right to vote

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