POST UTME UNILAG 2019 Government | Objective

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Question 1
What is the term for the system of government in which power is divided between the legislative, executive, and judicial branches?
A. Separation of powers
B. Checks and balances
C. Federalism
D. Unitary government
Question 2
In a federal system of government, what is the relationship between the central government and the regional governments?
A. The central government has absolute authority
B. The regional governments have absolute authority
C. The central government and regional governments share powers
D. The central government has no authority
Question 3
The concept of power in political science refers to the ability of an individual or group to influence the behavior of others. Which of the following is a type of power?
A. Legitimate power
B. Coercive power
C. Expert power
D. Referent power
Question 4
The concept of legitimacy in political science refers to the moral and legal justification of a political authority or institution. Which of the following is a factor that contributes to the legitimacy of a political authority?
A. The ability of the authority to enforce its decisions through coercion.
B. The consent of the governed.
C. The ability of the authority to provide public goods and services.
D. The social contract that underlies the authority's legitimacy.
Question 5
The concept of 'Public Administration' is closely related to the idea of 'Local Government'. Discuss the relationship between these two concepts, using examples from the Nigerian context.
A. Public Administration is a system of government where the government is responsible for providing services to citizens, while Local Government is a system of government where local authorities are responsible for providing services to citizens.
B. Public Administration is a system of government where the government is not responsible for providing services to citizens, while Local Government is a system of government where local authorities are responsible for providing services to citizens.
C. Public Administration is a system of government where the government is responsible for providing services to citizens, while Local Government is a system of government where local authorities are not responsible for providing services to citizens.
D. Public Administration is a system of government where the government is not responsible for providing services to citizens, while Local Government is a system of government where local authorities are not responsible for providing services to citizens.
Question 6
In a democratic system, what is the primary source of legitimacy for a government?
A. The people
B. The constitution
C. The monarch
D. The military
Question 7
The African Union's (AU) primary objective is to promote economic, political, and social integration among its member states. Which of the following best describes the AU's organizational structure?
A. A federal system with a strong central government
B. A confederation of sovereign states with a weak central government
C. A loose association of states with no central government
D. A unitary system with a strong central government
Question 8
The concept of 'checks and balances' in a presidential system of government is exemplified by the separation of powers among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of this system?
A. Separation of powers among the branches of government
B. Independent judiciaries with the power to declare laws unconstitutional
C. A system of government in which the head of state is also the head of government
D. A system of government in which the head of state and head of government are elected separately
Question 9
The United Nations (UN) is an international organization that was established after World War II. What is the primary purpose of the UN?
A. To promote economic development and cooperation among its member states.
B. To maintain international peace and security.
C. To protect human rights and promote social justice.
D. To provide humanitarian aid and disaster relief.
Question 10
The United Nations has been criticized for its inability to prevent humanitarian crises in various parts of the world. Discuss the role of the UN in preventing humanitarian crises, and suggest ways in which it can improve its performance.
A. The UN has a crucial role to play in preventing humanitarian crises, but its effectiveness is limited by its lack of military power.
B. The UN is not responsible for preventing humanitarian crises, and its role is limited to providing humanitarian aid.
C. The UN can improve its performance by increasing its military presence in conflict zones.
D. The UN should focus on providing humanitarian aid, rather than trying to prevent crises.
Question 11
The concept of authority in political science refers to the legitimate right to make decisions and enforce them. Which of the following is a characteristic of authority?
A. It is based on a social contract.
B. It is able to enforce its decisions through coercion.
C. It has the consent of the governed.
D. It is able to provide public goods and services.
Question 12
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria established a system of government with a strong emphasis on which of the following principles?
A. Federalism
B. Separation of Powers
C. Rule of Law
D. Separation of Church and State
Question 13
What is the term for the process by which a country's government is held accountable to its citizens?
A. Accountability
B. Transparency
C. Responsibility
D. Legitimacy
Question 14
The concept of legitimacy in international relations is closely tied to the idea of authority. Discuss the relationship between legitimacy and authority, and how they impact the foreign policy of a nation.
A. Legitimacy is a necessary condition for authority, but not a sufficient one.
B. Authority is a prerequisite for legitimacy, and the two concepts are interchangeable.
C. Legitimacy is a concept that exists independently of authority, and can be exercised by non-state actors.
D. Legitimacy and authority are mutually exclusive concepts, and a nation can only have one or the other.
Question 15
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?
A. Promoting economic integration
B. Fostering regional security
C. Encouraging cultural exchange
D. Providing humanitarian assistance

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