POST UTME UI 2021 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of checks and balances in Nigeria's Constitution is designed to prevent the abuse of power by any one branch of government. Which of the following is NOT a mechanism for achieving this goal?
A. The power of impeachment
B. The power of judicial review
C. The power of legislative override
D. The power of executive appointment
Question 2
The United Nations (UN) is an international organization that was established in 1945. Which of the following best describes one of the main purposes of the UN?
A. To promote economic development and cooperation among its member states.
B. To maintain international peace and security, and to promote sustainable development.
C. To provide humanitarian aid and assistance to countries in need.
D. To promote cultural exchange and understanding among its member states.
Question 3
The concept of human rights refers to the fundamental rights and freedoms that are inherent to all human beings. Which of the following is a key principle of human rights?
A. The idea that human rights are granted by governments
B. The idea that human rights are universal and inalienable
C. The idea that human rights are limited to economic and social rights
D. The idea that human rights are only applicable in times of war
Question 4
The concept of federal character in Nigeria's Constitution aims to promote the representation of all ethnic groups in the country. Which of the following is a requirement for the implementation of this concept?
A. The creation of new states
B. The establishment of a national census
C. The allocation of resources to each state
D. The appointment of a federal character commission
Question 5
In the context of public administration, power refers to the ability to influence the behavior of others. What is the source of power in a bureaucratic organization?
A. Legislative
B. Executive
C. Judicial
D. Bureaucratic
Question 6
A diagram of a simple plant cell is shown below. What is the correct label for the component labeled 'A'?
A. Cell Wall
B. Nucleus
C. Mitochondria
D. Chloroplast
Question 7
The concept of legitimacy in public administration is closely related to the idea of authority. Discuss how the legitimacy of a government can be affected by the manner in which authority is exercised.
A. Legitimacy is not affected by the manner in which authority is exercised.
B. The legitimacy of a government can be affected by the manner in which authority is exercised, but only in cases of extreme abuse.
C. The legitimacy of a government is solely determined by the manner in which authority is exercised.
D. The legitimacy of a government is not related to the manner in which authority is exercised.
Question 8
The concept of power in political science is often associated with the ability to influence decision-making processes. Which of the following is a correct definition of power?
A. The ability to make decisions without consulting others
B. The ability to influence the behavior of others
C. The ability to control the actions of others
D. The ability to make laws without consulting others
Question 9
The rule of law is a fundamental principle of democratic governance. Discuss how the rule of law can be promoted in Nigeria.
A. By strengthening the independence of the judiciary.
B. By increasing the powers of the executive branch.
C. By reducing the role of the legislature.
D. By introducing a presidential system of government.
Question 10
The concept of legitimacy in public administration is closely related to the idea of authority. Discuss how the legitimacy of a government can be affected by the manner in which authority is exercised.
A. Legitimacy is not affected by the manner in which authority is exercised.
B. The legitimacy of a government can be affected by the manner in which authority is exercised, but only in cases of extreme abuse.
C. The legitimacy of a government is solely determined by the manner in which authority is exercised.
D. The legitimacy of a government is not related to the manner in which authority is exercised.
Question 11
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is a regional economic community that aims to promote economic integration in West Africa. What is the primary objective of ECOWAS?
A. To promote economic integration
B. To promote political integration
C. To promote cultural integration
D. To promote social integration
Question 12
The concept of legitimacy in government refers to?
A. The right to govern
B. The power to govern
C. The authority to govern
D. The ability to govern
Question 13
A political party's ideology is best described as?
A. Liberal
B. Conservative
C. Socialist
D. Communist
Question 14
In a presidential system of government, what is the primary function of the legislature?
A. To make laws
B. To appoint the president
C. To serve as the head of state
D. To oversee the judiciary
Question 15
The concept of power in political science is often associated with the ability of an individual or group to influence the behavior of others. However, this definition is incomplete. What is the additional element that is often included in the definition of power?
A. Authority
B. Legitimacy
C. Influence
D. Control

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