POST UTME WELLSPRING UNIVERSITY 2019 Government | Objective

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Question 1
In a federal system of government, what is the primary function of the upper house of the legislature?
A. To represent the interests of the federal government
Correct B. To represent the interests of the states
C. To represent the interests of the citizens
D. To make laws for the federal government

Correct Answer: B

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Question 2
What is the primary goal of foreign policy in a country?
A. To promote economic development
Correct B. To maintain national security
C. To promote international cooperation
D. To promote cultural exchange

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3
What is the primary function of a pressure group in a political system?
A. To make laws for the government
Correct B. To represent the interests of a particular group
C. To provide advice to the government
D. To criticize the government

Correct Answer: B

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Question 4
What is the primary characteristic of a democratic system of government?
A. A system of government where the ruler has absolute power
Correct B. A system of government where the ruler is chosen by the people
C. A system of government where the ruler is chosen by a small group of people
D. A system of government where the ruler is chosen by a council of elders

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5
What is the primary function of the rule of law in a political system?
A. To provide a framework for the government to make laws
B. To provide a framework for the government to enforce laws
C. To provide a framework for the citizens to challenge the government
Correct D. To provide a framework for the government to protect the rights of citizens

Correct Answer: D

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Question 6
The concept of checks and balances in the Nigerian Constitution is primarily aimed at preventing the concentration of power in any one branch of government. Which of the following is NOT a mechanism of checks and balances?
A. Separation of Powers
B. Judicial Review
Correct C. Legislative Override
D. Executive Veto

Correct Answer: C

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Question 7
The concept of the rule of law is fundamental to the Nigerian Constitution. Which of the following is a characteristic of the rule of law?
A. The government is above the law
Correct B. The law is applied equally to all citizens
C. The government can suspend the law in times of crisis
D. The law is only applied to those who are wealthy

Correct Answer: B

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Question 8
The concept of international organizations is an important aspect of Nigerian foreign policy. Which of the following is a primary function of the United Nations?
A. To provide military aid to member states
B. To promote economic development among member states
Correct C. To maintain international peace and security
D. To provide humanitarian aid to refugees

Correct Answer: C

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Question 9
The concept of separation of powers is a fundamental aspect of the Nigerian Constitution. Which of the following is a characteristic of the legislative branch?
A. The power to declare war
B. The power to appoint judges
Correct C. The power to make laws
D. The power to approve presidential appointments

Correct Answer: C

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Question 10
The concept of human rights is an important aspect of the Nigerian Constitution. Which of the following is a fundamental human right?
A. The right to bear arms
B. The right to freedom of speech
Correct C. The right to a fair trial
D. The right to vote

Correct Answer: C

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Question 11
The concept of legitimacy in government is closely tied to the idea of consent. Which of the following best describes the relationship between legitimacy and consent?
A. Legitimacy is a necessary condition for consent.
Correct B. Consent is a necessary condition for legitimacy.
C. Legitimacy and consent are mutually exclusive concepts.
D. Legitimacy is a sufficient condition for consent.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 12
A government's foreign policy is often shaped by its domestic political climate. Which of the following best describes the relationship between a government's foreign policy and its domestic political climate?
A. A government's foreign policy is independent of its domestic political climate.
Correct B. A government's foreign policy is influenced by its domestic political climate.
C. A government's foreign policy is determined by its domestic political climate.
D. A government's foreign policy is unaffected by its domestic political climate.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 13
The concept of separation of powers is a key feature of many modern democracies. Which of the following best describes the purpose of separation of powers?
Correct A. To prevent the concentration of power in the hands of a single individual or group.
B. To facilitate the efficient administration of government.
C. To promote the accountability of government officials.
D. To reduce the complexity of government decision-making.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 14
The concept of legitimacy in government is closely tied to the idea of authority. Which of the following best describes the relationship between legitimacy and authority?
A. Legitimacy is a necessary condition for authority.
Correct B. Authority is a necessary condition for legitimacy.
C. Legitimacy and authority are mutually exclusive concepts.
D. Legitimacy is a sufficient condition for authority.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 15
A government's foreign policy is often shaped by its international relations. Which of the following best describes the relationship between a government's foreign policy and its international relations?
A. A government's foreign policy is independent of its international relations.
Correct B. A government's foreign policy is influenced by its international relations.
C. A government's foreign policy is determined by its international relations.
D. A government's foreign policy is unaffected by its international relations.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 16
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) was established in 1975 with the aim of promoting economic integration among its member states. Which of the following is a key feature of ECOWAS?
A. Free movement of goods and services
Correct B. Free movement of people
C. Free movement of capital
D. Free movement of labor

Correct Answer: B

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Question 17
The concept of separation of powers is a fundamental principle of democratic governance. Which of the following is a key characteristic of the legislative branch?
A. The power to declare war
B. The power to appoint judges
Correct C. The power to approve or reject laws
D. The power to veto laws

Correct Answer: C

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Question 18
The United Nations (UN) has a number of specialized agencies that work to promote economic and social development. Which of the following is a key function of the World Health Organization (WHO)?
A. To promote economic development
B. To promote social development
Correct C. To promote health and well-being
D. To promote education

Correct Answer: C

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Question 19
The concept of checks and balances is a key feature of democratic governance. Which of the following is a way in which the executive branch can check the power of the legislative branch?
Correct A. Through the power of veto
B. Through the power to appoint judges
C. Through the power to declare war
D. Through the power to approve or reject laws

Correct Answer: A

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Question 20
The African Union (AU) has a number of key institutions that work to promote economic and social development. Which of the following is a key function of the African Development Bank (ADB)?
Correct A. To promote economic development
B. To promote social development
C. To promote health and well-being
D. To promote education

Correct Answer: A

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Question 21
In a presidential system of government, the president serves as both the head of state and the head of government. Which of the following best describes the relationship between the president and the legislature?
A. The president has the power to veto laws passed by the legislature.
Correct B. The president is accountable to the legislature and can be impeached.
C. The president has the power to dissolve the legislature and call for new elections.
D. The president has the power to appoint judges to the supreme court without the advice and consent of the legislature.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 22
A local government council in a developing country has a budget of ₦500 million. The council has a committee that is responsible for allocating funds to various projects. If the committee allocates 30% of the budget to education, how much is allocated to education?
Correct A. ₦150,000,000
B. ₦125,000,000
C. ₦100,000,000
D. ₦75,000,000

Correct Answer: A

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Question 23
A country has a population of 20 million people. The government wants to increase the number of people with access to clean water from 50% to 80%. If the current number of people with access to clean water is 10 million, how many more people need to have access to clean water?
A. 5 million
Correct B. 6 million
C. 7 million
D. 8 million

Correct Answer: B

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Question 24
A government wants to implement a policy to reduce the number of people living in poverty. The policy involves providing financial assistance to poor households. If the government has a budget of ₦1 billion to implement the policy, and the cost of providing financial assistance to one household is ₦50,000, how many households can the government assist?
A. 10,000 households
Correct B. 20,000 households
C. 30,000 households
D. 40,000 households

Correct Answer: B

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Question 25
A country has a total area of 1 million square kilometers. If the country has a population density of 50 people per square kilometer, what is the total population of the country?
A. 50 million
Correct B. 60 million
C. 70 million
D. 80 million

Correct Answer: B

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