Practice post utme ui government 2025 Past Questions

Question 1

The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended) provides for a bicameral legislature consisting of the Senate and the House of Representatives. Which of the following is a power reserved for the Senate?

A. The power to approve presidential appointments to the Supreme Court

B. The power to approve presidential appointments to the Federal Civil Service Commission

C. The power to approve presidential appointments to the National Judicial Council

D. The power to approve presidential appointments to the Independent National Electoral Commission

Question 2

The concept of the independence of the judiciary in Nigeria's constitution is aimed at promoting the impartiality of the judiciary. Which of the following best describes the principle of the independence of the judiciary?

A. The principle of the independence of the judiciary requires that judges be appointed by the President

B. The principle of the independence of the judiciary requires that judges be appointed by the National Assembly

C. The principle of the independence of the judiciary requires that judges be appointed by the Judicial Service Commission

D. The principle of the independence of the judiciary requires that judges be appointed by the President and confirmed by the National Assembly

Question 3

The concept of authority in political science refers to the right to make decisions and enforce them. Which of the following is a characteristic of authority?

A. It is based on coercion

B. It is based on consent

C. It is based on expertise

D. It is based on influence

Question 4

In the context of pre-colonial administration in Nigeria, what was the primary function of the Oba in the Benin Empire?

A. To collect taxes and tributes from the people

B. To serve as a mediator in disputes between the people and the gods

C. To provide military leadership and protection to the people

D. To oversee the construction of public works and infrastructure

Question 5

A country has a parliamentary system of government, where the prime minister serves as the head of government and is accountable to the legislative branch. Discuss how this system can affect the separation of powers and the balance of power between the executive and legislative branches.

A. The parliamentary system can lead to a concentration of power in the executive branch, undermining the separation of powers.

B. The parliamentary system can ensure that the executive and legislative branches have equal power, promoting the separation of powers.

C. The parliamentary system can create a system of checks and balances between the executive and legislative branches, promoting the separation of powers.

D. The parliamentary system has no impact on the separation of powers.

Question 6

The concept of the rule of law in Nigeria's constitution is aimed at promoting the supremacy of the law. Which of the following best describes the principle of the rule of law?

A. The principle of the rule of law requires that all citizens be equal before the law

B. The principle of the rule of law requires that all citizens be treated fairly and without bias

C. The principle of the rule of law requires that all citizens be protected by the law

D. The principle of the rule of law requires that all citizens be accountable to the law

Question 7

The concept of local government is closely tied to the idea of decentralization. Discuss the role of local governments in Nigeria, using examples from the 1999 Constitution.

A. Local governments have a limited role in governance, focusing primarily on providing basic services.

B. Local governments have a significant role in governance, shaping policies and implementing them.

C. Local governments have no role in governance, as this is the responsibility of state governments.

D. Local governments have a role in governance, but only in areas related to finance and budgeting.

Question 8

The concept of constitutionalism is closely tied to the idea of governance. Discuss the role of the Nigerian Constitution in shaping governance in Nigeria.

A. The Nigerian Constitution has a limited role in shaping governance, focusing primarily on providing a framework for government.

B. The Nigerian Constitution has a significant role in shaping governance, shaping policies and implementing them.

C. The Nigerian Constitution has no role in shaping governance, as this is the responsibility of politicians.

D. The Nigerian Constitution has a role in shaping governance, but only in areas related to finance and budgeting.

Question 9

The concept of international law is based on the idea that states have obligations to each other. Which of the following is a characteristic of international law?

A. International law is based on the concept of state sovereignty

B. International law is based on the concept of state equality

C. International law is based on the concept of state obligations to each other

D. International law is based on the concept of state independence

Question 10

The concept of 'Constitutional Development' in Nigeria's political system refers to:

A. The process of creating a new constitution

B. The process of amending an existing constitution

C. The process of interpreting the meaning of a constitution

D. The process of enforcing the provisions of a constitution

Question 11

The concept of electoral systems is based on the idea of how citizens choose their representatives. Which of the following is a characteristic of a proportional representation system?

A. Each voter has one vote, and the candidate with the most votes wins

B. Each voter has one vote, and the candidate with the most votes wins a seat

C. Each voter has multiple votes, and the candidate with the most votes wins

D. Each voter has one vote, and the candidate with the most votes wins a seat, but with a threshold

Question 12

The concept of legitimacy in government is closely tied to the idea of authority. Discuss the relationship between these two concepts, using examples from the Nigerian Constitution.

A. Legitimacy is the source of authority, while authority is the means of enforcing legitimacy.

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

C. Legitimacy and authority are interchangeable terms, with no distinction between them.

D. Legitimacy is a separate concept from authority, with no direct relationship between them.

Question 13

The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended) provides for the establishment of a National Human Rights Commission. Which of the following is a power of the National Human Rights Commission?

A. To investigate complaints of human rights violations

B. To prosecute individuals accused of human rights violations

C. To provide legal aid to individuals whose human rights have been violated

D. To provide compensation to individuals whose human rights have been violated

Question 14

The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended) provides for the establishment of a National Electoral Commission. Which of the following is a power of the National Electoral Commission?

A. To conduct elections for the office of the President

B. To conduct elections for the office of the Governor

C. To conduct elections for the office of the Senate

D. To conduct elections for the office of the House of Representatives

Question 15

The diagram below represents a graph showing the relationship between the price of a commodity and its demand. If the price of the commodity increases, what will be the effect on the demand?

A. The demand will increase

B. The demand will decrease

C. The demand will remain the same

D. The demand will become zero

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