POST UTME UNN 2020 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The 1999 Constitution of Nigeria is based on which of the following principles?
A. The principle of federalism.
B. The principle of separation of powers.
C. The principle of rule of law.
D. The principle of social justice.
Question 2
In a federal system of government, what is the primary function of the legislative branch?
A. To make laws
B. To enforce laws
C. To interpret laws
D. To appoint judges
Question 3
The concept of constitutionalism is closely related to the idea of the rule of law. Discuss the relationship between these two concepts, using examples from the Nigerian Constitution.
A. Constitutionalism is a means of ensuring that the rule of law is upheld in a country.
B. The rule of law is a means of ensuring that constitutionalism is upheld in a country.
C. Constitutionalism and the rule of law are two distinct concepts that are not related.
D. The Nigerian Constitution is an example of a document that upholds the rule of law.
Question 4
The 1979 Constitution of Nigeria established which of the following institutions?
A. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
B. The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC).
C. The National Electoral Commission (NEC).
D. The Electoral Commission of Nigeria (ECN).
Question 5
A government's constitution is its supreme law. Which of the following is a characteristic of a constitution?
A. It is a document that outlines the powers and responsibilities of the government
B. It is a document that outlines the rights and freedoms of citizens
C. It is a document that outlines the structure and organization of the government
D. It is a document that outlines the history and traditions of the government
Question 6
In a system of government where the legislative, executive, and judicial branches are separate, which of the following is an example of a check on the power of the executive branch?
A. The power of impeachment
B. The power of judicial review
C. The power of legislative override
D. The power of executive pardon
Question 7
A system of government is a set of rules and institutions that govern a country or community. Discuss the different systems of government, using examples from Nigeria.
A. The different systems of government include democracy, authoritarianism, and oligarchy.
B. The different systems of government include democracy, monarchy, and oligarchy.
C. The different systems of government include authoritarianism, oligarchy, and democracy.
D. The different systems of government include monarchy, democracy, and authoritarianism.
Question 8
A government's legitimacy is derived from its
A. Constitution
B. Elections
C. Public opinion
D. International recognition
Question 9
The concept of public administration refers to the implementation of government policies and programs. What is the primary goal of public administration?
A. To provide services to citizens.
B. To implement policies and programs.
C. To promote economic development.
D. To maintain national security.
Question 10
In a parliamentary system of government, the head of government is
A. Elected by the people
B. Appointed by the head of state
C. Chosen by the parliament
D. Inherited from the previous head of government
Question 11
The concept of separation of powers in a constitutional democracy is designed to prevent the concentration of power in the hands of one person or institution. Which of the following is a key benefit of this system?
A. It allows for more efficient decision-making.
B. It promotes accountability and checks on power.
C. It enables the government to respond quickly to emergencies.
D. It reduces the need for bureaucracy.
Question 12
The 1990s saw a significant increase in the use of which of the following types of sanctions in international relations?
A. Economic sanctions
B. Diplomatic sanctions
C. Military sanctions
D. Cultural sanctions
Question 13
The concept of legitimacy in government refers to the idea that a government derives its authority from the consent of the governed. What is the primary source of legitimacy for a government?
A. The Constitution.
B. The people.
C. The monarch.
D. The military.
Question 14
In a presidential system of government, the president serves as both the head of state and the head of government. What is the name of this system?
A. Unitary system
B. Federal system
C. Constitutional monarchy
D. Parliamentary system
Question 15
The concept of checks and balances in a democratic system 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 legislative branch has the power to declare war.
B. The judicial branch has the power to declare laws unconstitutional.
C. The executive branch has the power to veto laws passed by the legislative branch.
D. The legislative branch has the power to impeach the president.

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