POST UTME RSU 2018 Government | Objective

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Question 1
A government's ability to provide public goods and services is a key factor in determining its legitimacy. Discuss how the provision of public goods and services can impact the legitimacy of a government in a developing country.
A. The provision of public goods and services is the primary factor in determining a government's legitimacy in a developing country.
B. The provision of public goods and services can impact the legitimacy of a government in a developing country, but it is not the sole determining factor.
C. The provision of public goods and services has no impact on a government's legitimacy in a developing country.
D. The legitimacy of a government in a developing country is solely determined by its ability to maintain power.
Question 2
The concept of constitutionalism in Nigeria is rooted in the country's colonial past. Which of the following best describes the impact of colonialism on Nigeria's constitutional development?
A. Colonialism introduced a rigid and inflexible constitution that hindered Nigeria's democratic development.
B. Colonialism imposed a constitution that prioritized the interests of the colonial power over those of the indigenous population.
C. Colonialism facilitated the adoption of a constitution that promoted the principles of democracy and human rights.
D. Colonialism had no significant impact on Nigeria's constitutional development.
Question 3
A political party is a group of people who share similar political beliefs and goals. Which of the following best describes the primary function of a political party?
A. To provide a platform for individuals to express their opinions on current events.
B. To advocate for the interests of a particular group or class of people.
C. To provide a means for citizens to participate in the electoral process.
D. To serve as a check on the power of the executive branch.
Question 4
The concept of constitutionalism in Nigeria is rooted in the country's colonial past. Which of the following best describes the impact of colonialism on Nigeria's constitutional development?
A. Colonialism introduced a rigid and inflexible constitution that hindered Nigeria's democratic development.
B. Colonialism imposed a constitution that prioritized the interests of the colonial power over those of the indigenous population.
C. Colonialism facilitated the adoption of a constitution that promoted the principles of democracy and human rights.
D. Colonialism had no significant impact on Nigeria's constitutional development.
Question 5
The Nigerian Constitution provides for a system of local government. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of a system of local government, and explain how it is reflected in the Nigerian Constitution.
A. A system of local government provides for a decentralized system of government, where power is divided between the federal and state governments.
B. A system of local government provides for a centralized system of government, where power is concentrated in the federal government.
C. A system of local government provides for a system of government where the local governments have absolute power.
D. A system of local government provides for a system of government where the state governments have absolute power.
Question 6
Analyze the implications of the 'African Union's Agenda 2063' on Nigeria's foreign policy.
A. Enhanced regional integration and economic cooperation
B. Increased dependence on foreign aid
C. Greater emphasis on pan-Africanism
D. Reduced role for the United Nations
Question 7
The concept of separation of powers is rooted in the idea of checks and balances. What is the primary purpose of this system?
A. To prevent any one branch of government from becoming too powerful
B. To ensure that the head of state is also the head of government
C. To promote efficiency and speed in decision-making
D. To reduce the role of the judiciary
Question 8
In a system of government where the head of state is also the head of government, what is the term for this arrangement?
A. Presidential System
B. Parliamentary System
C. Constitutional Monarchy
D. Authoritarian Regime
Question 9
The concept of power is closely related to the idea of authority. Discuss the relationship between power and authority, and explain how they are reflected in the Nigerian Constitution.
A. Power is the ability to make decisions, while authority is the right to make decisions.
B. Power is the right to make decisions, while authority is the ability to make decisions.
C. Power is the ability to enforce decisions, while authority is the right to make decisions.
D. Power is the right to enforce decisions, while authority is the ability to make decisions.
Question 10
Explain the concept of 'Forms of Government' using the examples of a monarchy, a republic, and a dictatorship.
A. A system of government where power is held by a single individual
B. A system of government where power is held by a group of individuals
C. A system of government where power is held by the people
D. A system of government where power is held by a small group of individuals
Question 11
The Nigerian Constitution provides for a federal system of government. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of a federal system of government, and explain how it is reflected in the Nigerian Constitution.
A. A federal system of government provides for a decentralized system of government, where power is divided between the federal and state governments.
B. A federal system of government provides for a centralized system of government, where power is concentrated in the federal government.
C. A federal system of government provides for a system of government where the federal government has absolute power.
D. A federal system of government provides for a system of government where the state governments have absolute power.
Question 12
The concept of public administration is closely related to the idea of governance. Discuss the relationship between public administration and governance, and explain how they are reflected in the Nigerian Constitution.
A. Public administration is a system of government where the bureaucracy is responsible for implementing the policies of the government.
B. Public administration is a system of government where the bureaucracy is responsible for making policies.
C. Public administration is a system of government where the bureaucracy is responsible for enforcing the laws of the land.
D. Public administration is a system of government where the bureaucracy is responsible for advising the government on policy matters.
Question 13
Explain the concept of 'Constitutional Development' in Nigeria, using the 1963 Republican Constitution as a reference.
A. The process of creating a constitution through a national conference
B. The adoption of a constitution by a constituent assembly
C. The amendment of a constitution through a referendum
D. The repeal of a constitution by a parliamentary vote
Question 14
The concept of constitutionalism is closely related to the idea of the rule of law. Discuss the relationship between constitutionalism and the rule of law, and explain how they are reflected in the Nigerian Constitution.
A. Constitutionalism is a system of government where the constitution is supreme, and the rule of law is enforced by the judiciary.
B. The rule of law is a principle that ensures that the government and citizens are subject to the law, while constitutionalism is a system of government where the constitution is the supreme law.
C. Constitutionalism is a system of government where the constitution is the supreme law, and the rule of law is enforced by the executive branch.
D. The rule of law is a principle that ensures that the government and citizens are subject to the law, while constitutionalism is a system of government where the constitution is not the supreme law.
Question 15
The concept of federalism in Nigeria is rooted in the country's colonial past. Which of the following best describes the relationship between the federal government and the states?
A. The federal government has the power to unilaterally impose its decisions on the states.
B. The states have the power to unilaterally impose their decisions on the federal government.
C. The federal government and the states share powers and responsibilities in a system of cooperative federalism.
D. The federal government has the power to dissolve the states.

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