POST UTME VERITAS UNIVERSITY 2019 Government | Objective

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Question 1
The concept of 'separation of powers' is often attributed to the works of John Locke. Which of the following is a key principle of this concept?
A. The Legislative, Executive, and Judicial branches should be separate
B. The President should have absolute power
C. The Constitution should be the supreme law of the land
D. The people should have direct control over the government
Question 2
The United Nations (UN) is an international organization that promotes peace and security. Which of the following is a key principle of the UN Charter?
A. The principle of sovereignty and non-interference in the internal affairs of member states.
B. The principle of collective security and the use of force only in self-defense.
C. The principle of equality and non-discrimination among member states.
D. The principle of territorial integrity and the right to self-determination.
Question 3
The African Union's (AU) primary objective is to promote economic integration and cooperation among its member states. Which of the following is a key mechanism for achieving this objective?
A. The AU's Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM)
B. The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)
C. The African Monetary Union (AMU)
D. The African Investment Bank (AIB)
Question 4
The concept of human rights in government refers to a system in which the government protects the rights and freedoms of its citizens. Which of the following is a characteristic of this system?
A. The government has the power to restrict the rights and freedoms of its citizens.
B. Citizens are free to disregard the rights and freedoms of others.
C. The government protects the rights and freedoms of its citizens.
D. The government has the power to appoint judges to the Supreme Court.
Question 5
The concept of power in public administration refers to the
A. Ability to Influence Others
B. Authority to Make Decisions
C. Legitimacy to Rule
D. Accountability to the Public
Question 6
In a presidential system of government, the head of state is also the head of government. Which of the following is a characteristic of this system?
A. The President has the power to appoint judges to the Supreme Court.
B. The President has the power to veto laws passed by Congress.
C. The President serves as both head of state and head of government.
D. The President is elected by the legislative branch.
Question 7
The concept of Checks and Balances in the US Constitution is an example of a system of government that separates power among different branches. Which of the following is a key feature of this system?
A. The President has the power to veto laws passed by Congress.
B. The Supreme Court has the power to declare laws passed by Congress unconstitutional.
C. The legislative branch has the power to impeach the President.
D. The executive branch has the power to appoint judges to the Supreme Court.
Question 8
Analyze the concept of constitutionalism in Nigeria's Fourth Republic, focusing on the role of the judiciary in upholding the rule of law.
A. The judiciary plays a crucial role in interpreting the Constitution and ensuring its supremacy.
B. The executive branch has the final say in constitutional matters.
C. The legislature is responsible for amending the Constitution.
D. The judiciary is subservient to the executive branch.
Question 9
The concept of Public Administration refers to the implementation of government policies and programs. Which of the following is an example of a public administration function?
A. Policy-making
B. Program evaluation
C. Budgeting
D. Personnel management
Question 10
The concept of 'pressure groups' in politics refers to organizations that seek to influence public policy on behalf of their members. Which of the following is an example of a pressure group?
A. A political party
B. A trade union
C. A non-governmental organization
D. A community association
Question 11
The concept of legitimacy in public administration is closely related to the idea of
A. Power
B. Authority
C. Legitimacy
D. Accountability
Question 12
The doctrine of separation of powers in government is based on the idea of
A. Checks and Balances
B. Separation of Powers
C. Federalism
D. Unitary System
Question 13
In the context of pre-colonial administration in West Africa, what was the primary role of the 'Alafin' in the Oyo Empire?
A. Military Commander
B. Chief Justice
C. Spiritual Leader
D. Administrative Head
Question 14
The concept of federalism in government refers to a system in which power is divided between a central authority and smaller regional units. Which of the following is a characteristic of this system?
A. The central authority has the power to make laws for all regional units.
B. The regional units have the power to make laws for themselves.
C. The central authority and regional units share power.
D. The central authority has the power to appoint judges to the Supreme Court.
Question 15
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) is a foundational document of international human rights law. Which of the following rights is enshrined in Article 19 of the UDHR?
A. The right to freedom of speech
B. The right to freedom of assembly
C. The right to a fair trial
D. The right to education

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