POST UTME UI 2020 General Studies | Objective

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Question 1
The 1963 Republican Convention in Lagos was a significant event in Nigerian politics because it marked the first time a political party had held a convention in the country. Which of the following is a consequence of this event?
A. The convention led to the formation of a new political party.
B. The convention marked the beginning of a new era of political stability in Nigeria.
Correct C. The convention was a significant step towards the country's independence from British colonial rule.
D. The convention led to the election of Nigeria's first president.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 2
The 1979 Constitution of Nigeria established a federal system of government. What is the primary advantage of this system?
Correct A. It allows for greater regional autonomy.
B. It promotes national unity and stability.
C. It enables the federal government to make decisions more quickly.
D. It reduces the power of the president.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 3
The Niger Delta region of Nigeria is rich in natural resources, including oil and gas. What is the primary environmental impact of oil extraction in this region?
A. Deforestation and habitat destruction.
Correct B. Water pollution and oil spills.
C. Soil erosion and land degradation.
D. Climate change and global warming.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 4
The United Nations (UN) is an international organization that promotes peace and security around the world. What is the primary purpose of the UN?
A. To promote economic development and cooperation.
B. To protect human rights and promote social justice.
Correct C. To maintain international peace and security.
D. To provide humanitarian aid and disaster relief.

Correct Answer: C

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Question 5
The 1983 general election in Nigeria was a significant event in the country's political history. What was the primary cause of the election's outcome?
Correct A. The election was marred by widespread violence and intimidation.
B. The opposition party was unable to field a strong candidate.
C. The ruling party had a strong campaign and a well-organized party structure.
D. The election was influenced by external factors, such as foreign interference.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) was established in 1975 with the aim of promoting economic integration among its member states. Which of the following is a key objective of ECOWAS?
A. To promote free movement of people and goods
B. To establish a common currency
C. To promote regional security
Correct D. To promote regional economic development

Correct Answer: D

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Question 7
The United Nations (UN) has a number of specialized agencies that work together to promote peace and security, economic development, and social progress. Which of the following is a specialized agency of the UN?
Correct A. The World Health Organization (WHO)
B. The International Labour Organization (ILO)
C. The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
D. The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8
The Niger Delta is a region in Nigeria that is known for its rich natural resources, including oil and gas. Which of the following is a major environmental concern in the Niger Delta?
Correct A. Oil spills
B. Deforestation
C. Climate change
D. Soil erosion

Correct Answer: A

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Question 9
The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) is a cartel of oil-producing countries that aims to coordinate and unify petroleum policies among its member states. Which of the following is a key objective of OPEC?
A. To promote free trade in oil
B. To establish a common oil price
C. To promote regional economic development
Correct D. To promote energy security

Correct Answer: D

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Question 10
The African Union (AU) is a continental organization that aims to promote economic, political, and social integration among its member states. Which of the following is a key objective of the AU?
A. To promote regional security
B. To establish a common currency
C. To promote regional economic development
Correct D. To promote democracy and human rights

Correct Answer: D

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Question 11
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is based on which of the following principles?
Correct A. Federalism
B. Unitarism
C. Confederalism
D. Parliamentarism

Correct Answer: A

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Question 12
What is the primary function of the National Assembly in Nigeria?
Correct A. To make laws for the peace, order and good government of Nigeria
B. To appoint the President and Vice President
C. To approve the national budget
D. To appoint the Chief Justice of Nigeria

Correct Answer: A

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Question 13
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria provides for the protection of which of the following rights?
Correct A. Right to life, liberty and security of person
B. Right to freedom of expression and association
C. Right to education and healthcare
D. Right to vote and participate in government

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
The National Human Rights Commission of Nigeria is responsible for promoting and protecting which of the following rights?
A. Right to life, liberty and security of person
Correct B. Right to freedom from torture and cruel, inhuman and degrading treatment
C. Right to education and healthcare
D. Right to vote and participate in government

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria provides for the creation of which of the following types of local governments?
A. Ward
Correct B. Local Government Area
C. State
D. Federal

Correct Answer: B

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Question 16
The National Assembly of Nigeria has the power to impeach the President and Vice President for which of the following reasons?
Correct A. High treason, gross misconduct, or inability to discharge the functions of the office
B. Failure to appoint a cabinet or failure to pass a budget
C. Failure to declare a state of emergency or failure to convene a session of the National Assembly
D. Failure to sign a bill into law or failure to appoint a Supreme Court Justice

Correct Answer: A

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Question 17
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria provides for the protection of which of the following rights of children?
Correct A. Right to education and healthcare
B. Right to life, liberty and security of person
C. Right to freedom from torture and cruel, inhuman and degrading treatment
D. Right to vote and participate in government

Correct Answer: A

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Question 18
The National Human Rights Commission of Nigeria has the power to investigate and prosecute which of the following crimes?
A. Torture and cruel, inhuman and degrading treatment
B. Genocide and war crimes
C. Human trafficking and slavery
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 19
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria provides for the creation of which of the following types of courts?
A. High Court
B. Court of Appeal
C. Supreme Court
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 20
The National Assembly of Nigeria has the power to approve which of the following appointments?
A. Chief Justice of Nigeria
B. President and Vice President
C. Ministers and other officers of the Federal Government
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 21
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria provides for the protection of which of the following rights of women?
A. Right to education and healthcare
B. Right to life, liberty and security of person
C. Right to freedom from torture and cruel, inhuman and degrading treatment
D. Right to vote and participate in government

Correct Answer: VIEW ANSWER

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Question 22
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is based on which of the following principles?
Correct A. Federalism
B. Unitarism
C. Confederalism
D. Decentralization

Correct Answer: A

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Question 23
What is the primary function of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)?
Correct A. To promote economic integration among its member states
B. To provide a common currency for its member states
C. To promote political unity among its member states
D. To provide a common defense system for its member states

Correct Answer: A

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Question 24
What is the main advantage of using a vector in physics?
Correct A. It can represent both magnitude and direction
B. It can only represent magnitude
C. It can only represent direction
D. It can represent neither magnitude nor direction

Correct Answer: A

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Question 25
What is the primary function of the United Nations (UN)?
Correct A. To promote peace and security among its member states
B. To promote economic development among its member states
C. To promote social justice among its member states
D. To promote environmental protection among its member states

Correct Answer: A

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