POST UTME UNN 2025 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The Local Government system in Nigeria is responsible for the collection of _______
A. Taxes
B. Rates
C. Charges
D. Fines
Question 2
The concept of 'separation of powers' is a fundamental principle of constitutional design. Which of the following best describes the relationship between the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government in a system that embodies this principle?
A. The legislative branch has the power to appoint the executive and judicial branches.
B. The executive branch has the power to veto laws passed by the legislative branch.
C. The judicial branch has the power to declare laws passed by the legislative branch unconstitutional.
D. The legislative, executive, and judicial branches have equal powers and are independent of each other.
Question 3
The Local Government system in Nigeria is responsible for the provision of _______
A. Primary education
B. Secondary education
C. Health services
D. Roads and highways
Question 4
The concept of Checks and Balances is a mechanism for preventing any one branch of government from becoming too powerful. Which of the following is an example of a check on the power of the Executive branch?
A. The power of the Legislative branch to impeach the President
B. The power of the Judicial branch to declare laws passed by Congress unconstitutional
C. The power of the Executive branch to veto laws passed by Congress
D. The power of the Legislative branch to override a presidential veto
Question 5
The Nigerian government has established a number of international relations with other countries. Discuss the role of foreign policy in promoting national interests and security.
A. Foreign policy plays a crucial role in promoting national interests and security by providing a framework for diplomacy and international cooperation.
B. Foreign policy plays a crucial role in promoting national interests and security by promoting economic development and trade.
C. Foreign policy plays a crucial role in promoting national interests and security by suppressing opposition and dissent.
D. Foreign policy plays a crucial role in promoting national interests and security by promoting ethnic and religious divisions.
Question 6
The concept of federal character is enshrined in the Nigerian Constitution. What is the primary purpose of this concept?
A. To promote national unity and integration
B. To ensure that all regions of the country are represented in the government
C. To provide opportunities for citizens from different regions to participate in the governance process
D. To promote the interests of a particular region or group
Question 7
The concept of legitimacy in international relations is closely tied to the idea of sovereignty. Discuss the relationship between legitimacy and sovereignty in the context of international law.
A. Legitimacy is a prerequisite for sovereignty.
B. Sovereignty is a prerequisite for legitimacy.
C. Legitimacy and sovereignty are mutually exclusive concepts.
D. Legitimacy is a consequence of sovereignty.
Question 8
The Nigerian government has established a number of international organizations to promote cooperation and development. Which of the following organizations is responsible for promoting economic cooperation among African countries?
A. African Union
B. Economic Community of West African States
C. Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa
D. Southern African Development Community
Question 9
The Nigerian political system is characterized by a multiparty system. Discuss the role of political parties in promoting democracy and good governance.
A. Political parties play a crucial role in promoting democracy and good governance by providing a platform for citizens to participate in the political process.
B. Political parties play a crucial role in promoting democracy and good governance by promoting competition and innovation.
C. Political parties play a crucial role in promoting democracy and good governance by suppressing opposition and dissent.
D. Political parties play a crucial role in promoting democracy and good governance by promoting ethnic and religious divisions.
Question 10
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. What is the primary objective of ECOWAS?
A. To promote free trade and economic cooperation among its member states.
B. To establish a common currency and monetary policy among its member states.
C. To promote regional security and stability among its member states.
D. To promote cultural and social integration among its member states.
Question 11
The concept of constitutionalism in Nigeria is rooted in the country's colonial past. Which of the following constitutional documents is NOT a product of the colonial era?
A. The 1914 Nigerian Constitution
B. The 1951 Nigerian Constitution
C. The 1963 Nigerian Constitution
D. The 1999 Nigerian Constitution
Question 12
The Local Government system in Nigeria is responsible for the provision of _______
A. Primary education
B. Secondary education
C. Health services
D. Roads and highways
Question 13
The Local Government system in Nigeria is responsible for the provision of _______
A. Primary education
B. Secondary education
C. Health services
D. Roads and highways
Question 14
The African Union's (AU) role in promoting peace and security in Africa is a critical aspect of its mandate. Discuss the AU's peace and security architecture, highlighting its strengths and weaknesses.
A. The AU's peace and security architecture is robust and effective.
B. The AU's peace and security architecture is weak and ineffective.
C. The AU's peace and security architecture is a hybrid of regional and continental mechanisms.
D. The AU's peace and security architecture is primarily focused on economic development.
Question 15
The Nigerian Constitution is the supreme law of the land. Discuss the role of the Constitution in promoting constitutionalism and good governance.
A. The Constitution plays a crucial role in promoting constitutionalism and good governance by providing a framework for the protection of individual rights and freedoms.
B. The Constitution plays a crucial role in promoting constitutionalism and good governance by providing a framework for the promotion of national interests and security.
C. The Constitution plays a crucial role in promoting constitutionalism and good governance by suppressing opposition and dissent.
D. The Constitution plays a crucial role in promoting constitutionalism and good governance by promoting ethnic and religious divisions.

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