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Question 1
The concept of constitutionalism involves the establishment of a supreme law of the land that outlines the powers and limitations of the government. Which of the following is an example of a constitutional provision that limits the power of the government?
A. The provision that guarantees freedom of expression
B. The provision that guarantees freedom of assembly
C. The provision that guarantees a fair trial
D. The provision that limits the power of the executive to declare a state of emergency
Question 2
The concept of checks and balances in a system of government is designed to prevent the concentration of power in the hands of one individual or institution. Which of the following is an example of a check on the power of the executive?
A. The power of the legislature to impeach the president
B. The power of the judiciary to declare laws passed by the legislature unconstitutional
C. The power of the executive to appoint judges
D. The power of the legislature to approve presidential appointments
Question 3
In a presidential system of government, what is the role of the vice-president?
A. To serve as the head of the executive council
B. To act as the head of state in the absence of the president
C. To serve as the head of the legislative council
D. To serve as the head of the judicial council
Question 4
The concept of 'checks and balances' in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing the concentration of power in the hands of any one branch of government. Which of the following is a mechanism for achieving this goal?
A. Independent Judiciary
B. Executive-Legislative Impeachment
C. Independent Electoral Commission
D. Separation of Powers
Question 5
The concept of federalism in a system of government involves the division of power between a central authority and constituent political units. Which of the following is an example of a federal system of government?
A. The United States of America
B. The United Kingdom
C. The Federal Republic of Nigeria
D. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Question 6
In the context of Foreign Policy, what is the term 'Realism' used to describe?
A. The idea that states should prioritize their economic interests over their security interests.
B. The idea that states should prioritize their security interests over their economic interests.
C. The idea that states should prioritize their cultural interests over their economic and security interests.
D. The idea that states should prioritize their environmental interests over their economic and security interests.
Question 7
A local government is a type of government that is responsible for providing services to a specific geographic area. What is the primary function of a local government?
A. To make laws that are binding on the state government
B. To provide services to a specific geographic area
C. To collect taxes from citizens
D. To appoint the head of the state government
Question 8
The concept of separation of powers in a system of government involves the division of power between the legislative, executive, and judicial branches. Which of the following is an example of a check on the power of the judiciary?
A. The power of the legislature to impeach judges
B. The power of the executive to appoint judges
C. The power of the judiciary to declare laws passed by the legislature unconstitutional
D. The power of the legislature to approve presidential appointments
Question 9
In the context of Constitutions and Constitutionalism, what is the term 'Judicial Review' used to describe?
A. The power of the judiciary to declare laws and government actions unconstitutional.
B. The power of the legislature to declare laws and government actions unconstitutional.
C. The power of the executive to declare laws and government actions unconstitutional.
D. The power of the people to declare laws and government actions unconstitutional.
Question 10
The concept of power in political systems is closely related to the idea of authority. Discuss the relationship between power and authority, using examples from different political systems.
A. Power is a necessary condition for authority, but not a sufficient one.
B. Authority is a necessary condition for power, but not a sufficient one.
C. Power and authority are interchangeable concepts.
D. Power is a concept that is separate from authority.
Question 11
The concept of 'checks and balances' in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing the concentration of power in the hands of one individual or institution. Which of the following best describes the separation of powers in the Nigerian Constitution?
A. Separation of powers between the Executive, Legislative, and Judicial branches
B. Distribution of powers between the Federal and State governments
C. Separation of powers between the President and the National Assembly
D. Separation of powers between the Governor and the State House of Assembly
Question 12
The concept of 'checks and balances' in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing the concentration of power in the hands of one individual or institution. Which of the following best describes the separation of powers in the Nigerian Constitution?
A. Separation of powers between the Executive, Legislative, and Judicial branches
B. Distribution of powers between the Federal and State governments
C. Separation of powers between the President and the National Assembly
D. Separation of powers between the Governor and the State House of Assembly
Question 13
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a foundational document of the United Nations. Which of the following rights is enshrined in Article 19 of the UDHR?
A. The right to freedom of expression
B. The right to freedom of assembly
C. The right to freedom of association
D. The right to a fair trial
Question 14
The concept of 'checks and balances' in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing the concentration of power in the hands of any one branch of government. Which of the following is a mechanism for achieving this goal?
A. Independent Judiciary
B. Executive-Legislative Impeachment
C. Independent Electoral Commission
D. Separation of Powers
Question 15
A local government council has a total of 20 members, with 4 members from each of the 5 wards. If 3 members from ward 1 are absent, what is the percentage of members present?
A. 60%
B. 70%
C. 80%
D. 90%

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