POST UTME UNIBEN 2020 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of checks and balances in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing the concentration of power in the hands of one person or institution. Which of the following is NOT a mechanism of checks and balances?
A. Separation of Powers
B. Independent Judiciary
C. Federal Character Principle
Correct D. Executive Privilege

Correct Answer: D

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Question 2
The United Nations (UN) is an international organization that aims to promote peace, security, and cooperation among its member states. Which of the following is a primary function of the UN Security Council?
A. To promote economic development
Correct B. To maintain international peace and security
C. To provide humanitarian aid
D. To promote human rights

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
The concept of federal character in the Nigerian Constitution is aimed at promoting national unity and ensuring that all regions of the country have a fair share of resources and opportunities. Which of the following is a principle of federal character?
A. Rotation of political offices
B. Appointment of officials based on merit
Correct C. Representation of all regions in government
D. Allocation of resources based on population

Correct Answer: C

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Question 4
The concept of separation of powers in the Nigerian Constitution is aimed at preventing the concentration of power in the hands of one person or institution. Which of the following is a branch of government that is responsible for making laws?
A. Executive
B. Judiciary
Correct C. Legislature
D. Independent Electoral Commission

Correct Answer: C

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Question 5
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is an international organization that aims to promote economic integration and cooperation among its member states. Which of the following is a primary objective of ECOWAS?
A. To promote peace and security
Correct B. To promote economic development
C. To promote cultural exchange
D. To promote environmental protection

Correct Answer: B

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Question 6
The concept of 'checks and balances' in a system of government is best exemplified by which of the following?
Correct A. Separation of Powers
B. Federalism
C. Unitary System
D. Constitutional Monarchy

Correct Answer: A

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Question 7
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is based on which of the following principles?
A. Separation of Powers
Correct B. Federalism
C. Unitary System
D. Constitutional Monarchy

Correct Answer: B

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Question 8
The concept of 'plural society' was first introduced by which of the following sociologists?
A. Max Weber
B. Emile Durkheim
C. Karl Marx
Correct D. J.S. Furnivall

Correct Answer: D

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Question 9
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria provides for which of the following types of citizenship?
A. Dual Citizenship
Correct B. Single Citizenship
C. Multiple Citizenship
D. No Citizenship

Correct Answer: B

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Question 10
The concept of 'foreign policy' refers to the actions of a state in relation to which of the following?
Correct A. Other States
B. International Organizations
C. Non-State Actors
D. Global Economy

Correct Answer: A

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Question 11
The concept of legitimacy in international relations refers to the idea that a state or organization has the right to exercise power and authority because it is seen as just and fair by the international community. Which of the following is a key factor that contributes to the legitimacy of an international organization?
A. The number of member states it has
B. The level of economic development of its member states
Correct C. The extent to which it is seen as a champion of human rights and democracy
D. The level of military power it possesses

Correct Answer: C

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Question 12
The separation of powers is a fundamental principle of democratic governance. Which of the following is a key benefit of this system?
A. It allows for more efficient decision-making
Correct B. It provides a check on the power of the executive branch
C. It allows for more effective representation of the people
D. It reduces the risk of corruption

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is a regional economic community that aims to promote economic integration and cooperation among its member states. Which of the following is a key objective of ECOWAS?
Correct A. To promote the free movement of people and goods within the region
B. To establish a common currency for the region
C. To promote the development of infrastructure in the region
D. To promote the adoption of a common language in the region

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
The concept of power in international relations refers to the ability of a state or organization to achieve its goals and influence the behavior of others. Which of the following is a key source of power in international relations?
A. Economic power
B. Military power
C. Cultural power
Correct D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

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Question 15
The United Nations (UN) is an international organization that aims to promote peace and security, as well as economic and social development, among its member states. Which of the following is a key function of the UN Security Council?
A. To promote economic development among member states
Correct B. To establish and maintain international peace and security
C. To promote human rights and democracy among member states
D. To provide humanitarian assistance to affected populations

Correct Answer: B

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Question 16
The concept of 'separation of powers' in the Nigerian Constitution is based on the idea of dividing power among three branches of government. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of this system?
A. Checks and balances
B. Separation of powers
Correct C. Concentration of power
D. Independent judiciary

Correct Answer: C

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Question 17
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is based on the principles of federalism. Which of the following is a characteristic of federalism?
A. Concentration of power at the center
Correct B. Decentralization of power
C. Separation of powers
D. Independent judiciary

Correct Answer: B

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Question 18
The concept of 'checks and balances' in the Nigerian Constitution is designed to prevent the concentration of power in any one branch of government. Which of the following is a mechanism for checks and balances?
A. Separation of powers
B. Independent judiciary
Correct C. Legislative veto
D. Executive order

Correct Answer: C

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Question 19
The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria provides for the creation of local governments. Which of the following is a characteristic of local governments in Nigeria?
Correct A. They are creations of the state government
B. They are creations of the federal government
C. They have the power to collect taxes
D. They have the power to make laws

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The concept of 'separation of powers' in the Nigerian Constitution is based on the idea of dividing power among three branches of government. Which of the following is a characteristic of the legislative branch?
A. It has the power to declare war
Correct B. It has the power to make laws
C. It has the power to appoint judges
D. It has the power to conduct foreign policy

Correct Answer: B

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Question 21
In a presidential system of government, what is the primary source of power for the executive branch?
Correct A. The Constitution
B. The President's popularity
C. The Legislature
D. The Judiciary

Correct Answer: A

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Question 22
A country has a unicameral legislature with 100 members. If 3/5 of the members are women, how many women are in the legislature?
A. 60
Correct B. 70
C. 80
D. 90

Correct Answer: B

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Question 23
In a federal system of government, what is the relationship between the central government and the constituent units?
A. The central government has absolute authority
B. The constituent units have absolute authority
Correct C. The central government and constituent units share powers
D. The constituent units are completely independent

Correct Answer: C

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Question 24
A country has a population of 10 million people. If 20% of the population lives in urban areas, how many people live in urban areas?
A. 1000000
Correct B. 2000000
C. 3000000
D. 4000000

Correct Answer: B

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Question 25
In a parliamentary system of government, what is the role of the monarch?
Correct A. The monarch serves as the head of state
B. The monarch serves as the head of government
C. The monarch has no role in government
D. The monarch serves as the head of the opposition

Correct Answer: A

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