POST UTME UNILORIN 2018 Government | Objective

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Question 1
A pressure group in Nigeria is advocating for the establishment of a national minimum wage. What type of pressure group is this?
A. Economic interest group
B. Social movement
C. Professional association
D. Public interest group
Question 2
The concept of constitutionalism is closely related to the idea of the rule of law. Discuss.
A. The rule of law is a fundamental principle of constitutionalism.
B. Constitutionalism is a system of government that is based on the rule of law.
C. The rule of law is a means of enforcing the constitution.
D. Constitutionalism is a system of government that is based on the principles of the rule of law.
Question 3
The concept of public administration refers to the implementation of government policies and programs. Which of the following is a key characteristic of public administration?
A. It is a private sector activity
B. It is a non-profit activity
C. It is a bureaucratic activity
D. It is a democratic activity
Question 4
The concept of electoral systems refers to the methods used to elect representatives to government. Which of the following is a key characteristic of a proportional representation electoral system?
A. Each voter casts a single vote for a candidate
B. Each voter casts a single vote for a party
C. Seats are allocated based on the proportion of votes received by each party
D. Seats are allocated based on the number of votes received by each candidate
Question 5
The rule of law is a fundamental principle of a democratic system of government. Discuss how the rule of law affects the relationship between the government and the citizens.
A. The rule of law strengthens the relationship between the government and the citizens.
B. The rule of law weakens the relationship between the government and the citizens.
C. The rule of law has no impact on the relationship between the government and the citizens.
D. The rule of law is irrelevant in the relationship between the government and the citizens.
Question 6
A foreign policy analyst is evaluating the impact of Nigeria's foreign policy on its economic development. What is the primary consideration in this analysis?
A. The level of foreign investment in Nigeria.
B. The extent of Nigeria's participation in regional and international organizations.
C. The effectiveness of Nigeria's diplomatic efforts in promoting its national interests.
D. The impact of foreign aid on Nigeria's economic growth.
Question 7
In the context of international organizations, what is the primary purpose of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)?
A. To promote economic integration among West African states
B. To provide a framework for regional security cooperation
C. To facilitate the free movement of people and goods within the region
D. To promote cultural exchange among West African states
Question 8
The concept of legitimacy in government refers to the idea that a government has the right to govern because it has the consent of the governed. Which of the following is a key factor in determining the legitimacy of a government?
A. The government's ability to maintain order
B. The government's ability to provide public goods
C. The government's ability to protect individual rights
D. The government's ability to promote economic growth
Question 9
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria established a presidential system of government with a strong emphasis on the separation of powers. Which of the following is a key feature of the presidential system?
A. Separation of powers
B. Executive dominance
C. Legislative override
D. Judicial review
Question 10
The African Union (AU) has played a crucial role in promoting peace and security in Africa. Analyze the effectiveness of the AU in preventing conflicts and promoting peace in the continent.
A. The AU has been highly effective in preventing conflicts and promoting peace in Africa, with its peace and security initiatives having a significant impact on the continent.
B. The AU has been ineffective in preventing conflicts and promoting peace in Africa, with its peace and security initiatives often failing to address the root causes of conflict.
C. The AU has been partially effective in preventing conflicts and promoting peace in Africa, with some of its peace and security initiatives having a positive impact while others have failed.
D. The AU has no impact on preventing conflicts and promoting peace in Africa, with the continent's conflicts being driven by internal factors rather than external intervention.
Question 11
Analyze the implications of the concept of 'checks and balances' in the Nigerian Constitution. How does it ensure accountability in governance?
A. It promotes a culture of impunity among public officials.
B. It ensures that no single branch of government dominates the others.
C. It leads to a lack of coordination among government agencies.
D. It undermines the principle of separation of powers.
Question 12
The 1963 Republican Constitution of Nigeria established a federal system of government with a strong emphasis on regional autonomy. Which of the following regions was NOT one of the original 12 regions created by the constitution?
A. North-West
B. North-East
C. South-East
D. North-Central
Question 13
The concept of foreign policy is a critical aspect of a country's international relations. Discuss how foreign policy affects the country's national interest.
A. Foreign policy strengthens the country's national interest.
B. Foreign policy weakens the country's national interest.
C. Foreign policy has no impact on the country's national interest.
D. Foreign policy is irrelevant in the country's national interest.
Question 14
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has played a crucial role in promoting economic integration and cooperation in West Africa. Analyze the effectiveness of ECOWAS in promoting economic development in the region.
A. ECOWAS has been highly effective in promoting economic development in West Africa, with its policies and programs having a significant impact on the region's economic growth and stability.
B. ECOWAS has been ineffective in promoting economic development in West Africa, with its policies and programs often failing to address the region's economic challenges.
C. ECOWAS has been partially effective in promoting economic development in West Africa, with some of its policies and programs having a positive impact while others have failed.
D. ECOWAS has no impact on promoting economic development in West Africa, with the region's economic challenges being driven by internal factors rather than external intervention.
Question 15
In the context of foreign policy, what is the primary goal of a country's diplomatic efforts?
A. To promote economic development
B. To maintain international peace and security
C. To protect national interests
D. To promote cultural exchange

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