Practice post utme unn government 2021 Past Questions

Question 1

The concept of international relations refers to the interactions and relationships between countries. Discuss the role of international organizations in promoting global cooperation and security.

A. International organizations play a crucial role in promoting global cooperation and security by establishing norms and standards, providing humanitarian aid, and facilitating diplomacy

B. International organizations are not a significant factor in promoting global cooperation and security, as national interests and sovereignty are more important

C. International organizations can be used to promote global cooperation and security by imposing economic sanctions, deploying peacekeeping forces, and engaging in conflict resolution

D. International organizations are not a relevant factor in promoting global cooperation and security, as global trends and events are determined by domestic policies and economic development

Question 2

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has been criticized for its inability to address the economic challenges facing the region. Discuss the limitations of ECOWAS in addressing economic challenges, using examples from recent history.

A. ECOWAS is limited by its inability to enforce its decisions, which are often vetoed by member states.

B. ECOWAS is limited by its lack of economic power, which makes it unable to intervene in economic crises.

C. ECOWAS is limited by its inability to address the root causes of economic challenges, such as corruption and inequality.

D. ECOWAS is limited by its bureaucratic structure, which makes it slow to respond to economic crises.

Question 3

The concept of constitutionalism is closely tied 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 the rule of law, while the rule of law is a means of ensuring constitutionalism.

B. The rule of law is a prerequisite for constitutionalism, but not the other way around.

C. Constitutionalism and the rule of law are two distinct concepts that are not necessarily related.

D. The rule of law is a means of limiting the power of the government, while constitutionalism is a means of expanding its power.

Question 4

The concept of pre-colonial administration in Africa is closely tied to the idea of traditional authority. Discuss the relationship between these two concepts, using examples from the pre-colonial period in West Africa.

A. Pre-colonial administration is a means of ensuring traditional authority, while traditional authority is a means of ensuring pre-colonial administration.

B. Traditional authority is a prerequisite for pre-colonial administration, but not the other way around.

C. Pre-colonial administration and traditional authority are two distinct concepts that are not necessarily related.

D. Traditional authority is a means of limiting the power of the government, while pre-colonial administration is a means of expanding its power.

Question 5

The concept of legitimacy in government refers to the belief that a particular form of government is morally right and justifiable. Which of the following is a characteristic of a legitimate government?

A. It has the consent of the governed

B. It is based on the rule of law

C. It is a dictatorship

D. It is a monarchy

Question 6

The diagram below represents a pre-colonial administrative system in Nigeria. Identify the type of system.

A. Feudal system

B. Patrilineal system

C. Segmentary system

D. Chiefdom system

Question 7

The pre-colonial administration in Nigeria was characterized by a system of government known as the 'kingdom system'. Which of the following is a feature of this system?

A. It was a centralized system of government

B. It was a decentralized system of government

C. It was a system of government where the king had absolute power

D. It was a system of government where the king was advised by a council of elders

Question 8

The concept of power in government refers to the ability to make decisions and enforce them. Discuss the different types of power in government, using the example of the Nigerian federal system to illustrate your answer.

A. There are three types of power in government: legislative, executive, and judicial.

B. There are two types of power in government: legislative and executive.

C. There is only one type of power in government: legislative.

D. There are four types of power in government: legislative, executive, judicial, and military.

Question 9

The concept of checks and balances in a system of government is most closely associated with which of the following international organizations?

A. The United Nations (UN)

B. The African Union (AU)

C. The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)

D. The Commonwealth of Nations

Question 10

The concept of authority in government refers to the power to make decisions and enforce them. Discuss the different sources of authority in government, using the example of the Nigerian constitution to illustrate your answer.

A. There are three sources of authority in government: legislative, executive, and judicial.

B. There are two sources of authority in government: legislative and executive.

C. There is only one source of authority in government: legislative.

D. There are four sources of authority in government: legislative, executive, judicial, and military.

Question 11

The 1963 Republican Constitution of Nigeria was a significant milestone in the country's constitutional development. Discuss the key features of this constitution and its impact on Nigerian politics.

A. The 1963 Republican Constitution established a federal system of government with a strong central authority.

B. The constitution introduced a parliamentary system of government with a weak central authority.

C. The 1963 Constitution was a major step towards the adoption of a presidential system of government.

D. The constitution was a significant departure from the traditional Yoruba system of government.

Question 12

The concept of power in political science is often associated with the ability of individuals or groups to influence the behavior of others. Discuss the different types of power and their relationship to authority and legitimacy in Nigerian politics.

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 unique to Nigerian politics.

Question 13

The concept of legitimacy in government refers to the acceptance of authority by the people. Discuss the different ways in which legitimacy can be achieved in government, using the example of the Nigerian government to illustrate your answer.

A. Legitimacy can be achieved through the use of democratic processes, such as elections and referendums.

B. Legitimacy can only be achieved through the use of democratic processes.

C. Legitimacy can only be achieved through the use of force.

D. Legitimacy cannot be achieved in government.

Question 14

The concept of legitimacy in government refers to the belief that a particular form of government is morally right and justifiable. Which of the following is a characteristic of a legitimate government?

A. It has the consent of the governed

B. It is based on the rule of law

C. It is a dictatorship

D. It is a monarchy

Question 15

In a system of government where there is a clear separation of powers, which of the following is an example of a check on the power of the executive?

A. The legislative branch can impeach the president

B. The judicial branch can declare laws passed by the legislative branch unconstitutional

C. The executive branch can veto laws passed by the legislative branch

D. The executive branch can appoint judges to the judicial branch

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