Practice post utme summit university government 2023 Past Questions

Question 1

The concept of 'separation of powers' is a fundamental principle of which of the following constitutions?

A. United States

B. France

C. United Kingdom

D. Nigeria

Question 2

The 'Local Government' in Nigeria is responsible for

A. Providing basic amenities to the people

B. Collecting taxes from the people

C. Providing security to the people

D. Providing education to the people

Question 3

The concept of power is a fundamental principle of politics. Discuss how the concept of power is exercised in the context of international relations.

A. Through the exercise of military power

B. By the exercise of economic power

C. Through the exercise of cultural power

D. By the exercise of ideological power

Question 4

The concept of 'checks and balances' is a fundamental principle of which of the following forms of government?

A. Unitary

B. Federal

C. Confederate

D. Constitutional Monarchy

Question 5

The United Nations (UN) has played a crucial role in promoting international cooperation and resolving conflicts between nations. Discuss the role of the UN in maintaining international peace and security, using examples from recent conflicts.

A. The UN has been successful in maintaining international peace and security through its peacekeeping missions.

B. The UN has failed to maintain international peace and security due to the veto power of its permanent members.

C. The UN has played a crucial role in promoting international cooperation and resolving conflicts between nations.

D. The UN has no role in maintaining international peace and security.

Question 6

The concept of rule of law is closely tied to the idea of constitutionalism. Discuss how the rule of law has been used to limit the power of the executive in Nigeria since independence.

A. Through the establishment of an independent judiciary and the creation of constitutional bodies such as the National Human Rights Commission.

B. By limiting the power of the executive to declare a state of emergency and imposing restrictions on individual freedoms.

C. Through the use of judicial review to strike down laws and policies that are deemed unconstitutional.

D. By establishing an independent electoral commission to oversee elections and ensure their transparency and fairness.

Question 7

The concept of pre-colonial administration in Nigeria refers to the systems of governance that existed before the arrival of European colonizers. Discuss the characteristics of these systems and their impact on the development of modern Nigeria.

A. Pre-colonial administration in Nigeria was characterized by the existence of powerful kingdoms and empires, which laid the foundation for modern Nigeria's political and economic development.

B. Pre-colonial administration in Nigeria was characterized by the existence of small, decentralized communities, which hindered the development of modern Nigeria's political and economic systems.

C. Pre-colonial administration in Nigeria was characterized by the existence of a strong, centralized state, which laid the foundation for modern Nigeria's political and economic development.

D. Pre-colonial administration in Nigeria was characterized by the existence of a weak, decentralized state, which hindered the development of modern Nigeria's political and economic systems.

Question 8

The 'Pre-colonial Administration' in Nigeria was characterized by

A. Decentralized system of government

B. Centralized system of government

C. Feudal system of government

D. Monarchical system of government

Question 9

The concept of separation of powers in government is closely tied to the idea of checks and balances. Discuss how the two concepts are related, using examples from the Nigerian government.

A. Separation of powers is the source of checks and balances, while checks and balances are the means of enforcing separation of powers.

B. Checks and balances are the source of separation of powers, while separation of powers is the means of enforcing checks and balances.

C. Separation of powers and checks and balances are two separate concepts that are not related.

D. Separation of powers is a product of checks and balances, while checks and balances are a product of separation of powers.

Question 10

The concept of power in government is closely tied to the idea of authority. Discuss how the two concepts are related, using examples from the Nigerian government.

A. Power is the source of authority, while authority is the means of enforcing power.

B. Authority is the source of power, while power is the means of enforcing authority.

C. Power and authority are two separate concepts that are not related.

D. Power is a product of authority, while authority is a product of power.

Question 11

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has been instrumental in promoting regional integration in West Africa. Discuss the role of ECOWAS in promoting economic cooperation among its member states.

A. Through its Common External Tariff (CET)

B. By promoting free movement of persons, goods, and services

C. Through its regional trade agreements

D. By establishing a regional central bank

Question 12

The concept of forms and systems of government refers to the different ways in which power is organized and exercised in a society. Discuss the characteristics of different forms of government and their impact on the development of modern Nigeria.

A. The characteristics of different forms of government include the distribution of power, the role of the executive, and the relationship between the government and the people.

B. The characteristics of different forms of government include the level of centralization, the role of the judiciary, and the relationship between the government and the economy.

C. The characteristics of different forms of government include the level of democracy, the role of the military, and the relationship between the government and the international community.

D. The characteristics of different forms of government include the level of federalism, the role of the states, and the relationship between the government and the local communities.

Question 13

The concept of rule of law is a principle that holds that the government and its citizens are subject to the law. Which of the following is a characteristic of the rule of law?

A. The government has complete control over all matters.

B. The citizens have complete control over all matters.

C. The government and citizens are subject to the law.

D. The government can override the law in times of crisis.

Question 14

The concept of public administration is the implementation of government policies and programs. Which of the following is a key function of public administration?

A. To make laws and policies.

B. To enforce laws and regulations.

C. To provide public services and programs.

D. To collect taxes and revenue.

Question 15

The concept of public administration refers to the implementation of government policies and programs. Discuss the characteristics of effective public administration and their impact on the development of modern Nigeria.

A. Effective public administration is characterized by the existence of a strong, professional civil service, which is able to implement government policies and programs effectively.

B. Effective public administration is characterized by the existence of a weak, corrupt civil service, which is unable to implement government policies and programs effectively.

C. Effective public administration is characterized by the existence of a system of decentralization, which allows local leaders to make decisions and implement policies.

D. Effective public administration is characterized by the existence of a system of centralization, which allows the federal government to make decisions and implement policies.

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