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JAMB Government 2013
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5901.Rule by the old people is known as
AMonarchy
BGerontocracy
CFeudalism
DTheocracy
Correct Answer: B
Gerontocracy is rule by the old people. It is a form of oligarchy where elders hold power. Monarchy is rule by a king or queen. Feudalism is a system based on land ownership. Theocracy is rule by religious leaders.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5902.As an executive, the commissioner is charged with the responsibility of
AImplementing laws
BWriting laws
CGiving loans
DMaking laws
Correct Answer: A
As an executive, the commissioner (in a state government) is charged with the responsibility of implementing laws and policies. Writing and making laws are the functions of the legislature. Giving loans is a function of financial institutions.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5903.Rules adjudication is a primary function of the
AJudiciary
BExecutive
CGovernment
DLegislature
Correct Answer: A
Rule adjudication (interpreting laws and settling disputes) is a primary function of the judiciary. The executive implements laws. The legislature makes laws. Government is the overarching institution.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5904.The judiciary controls the executive in federal state through
ADelegated legislation
BJudicial overview
CJudicial review
DMotions
Correct Answer: C
The judiciary controls the executive through judicial review. Judicial review is the power of the courts to declare actions of the executive or legislature unconstitutional. Delegated legislation is made by the executive. Motions are legislative instruments.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5905.One major advantage of the unitary system is that it tends to make government
AFree of controversy
BDistant from the people
CPopular among the masses
DStrong and stable
Correct Answer: D
One major advantage of the unitary system is that it tends to make government strong and stable. Since all power is concentrated at the center, there is no conflict between central and regional governments. This makes for strong and stable government, though it may be distant from the people.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5906.The presidential system differs from the parliamentary system of government in that
AThe principle of collective responsibility applies
BExecutive and legislative powers are fused
CPowers of the three arms of government are merged
DThe tenure of office of the president is limited
Correct Answer: D
The presidential system differs from the parliamentary system in that the tenure of office of the president is limited (e.g., 4 years in the USA, 4 years in Nigeria). In a parliamentary system, the prime minister can stay in office as long as their party retains majority support. Collective responsibility applies in a parliamentary system. Fusion of powers applies in a parliamentary system. Merging of powers is not a feature of either system.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5907.Which of the following advocates equitable distribution of wealth?
ACapitalism
BSocialism
CFeudalism
DFascism
Correct Answer: B
Socialism advocates equitable distribution of wealth. It advocates for public ownership of the means of production and distribution of wealth based on need, not profit. Capitalism allows wealth to be concentrated in the hands of a few. Feudalism is based on land ownership. Fascism is an authoritarian ideology.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5908.A constitution that is difficult to amend is
ARigid
BWritten
CUnwritten
DFlexible
Correct Answer: A
A constitution that is difficult to amend is a rigid constitution. It requires a special procedure (e.g., two-thirds majority in parliament, referendum) to amend. A flexible constitution can be amended by a simple Act of Parliament. A written constitution is not necessarily rigid. An unwritten constitution is usually flexible.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5909.Which of the following constitutions is more suitable for centralization of political power?
AUnwritten constitution
BRigid constitution
CWritten constitution
DFlexible constitution
Correct Answer: D
A flexible constitution is more suitable for centralization of political power. Since it can be easily amended, the central government can change the constitution to increase its power. A rigid constitution limits centralization. A written or unwritten constitution is not directly related to centralization.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5910.The act of transferring autonomous powers to subordinate agencies is
AConcentration
BDeconcentration
CDelegation
DDevolution
Correct Answer: D
Devolution is the act of transferring autonomous powers to subordinate agencies (e.g., regional or local governments). These agencies have some degree of independence. Delegation is the transfer of authority to a subordinate who acts on behalf of the superior. Deconcentration is the dispersal of administrative functions. Concentration is the opposite.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5911.Which of the following types of citizenship cannot be withdrawn?
ACitizenship by conquest
BCitizenship by birth
CHonorary citizenship
DCitizenship by naturalization
Correct Answer: B
Citizenship by birth cannot be withdrawn. If you are born a citizen of a country, you remain a citizen unless you voluntarily renounce it. Citizenship by naturalization or registration can be withdrawn if the person commits a serious crime or obtained it fraudulently. Honorary citizenship is a gift and can be withdrawn.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5912.The right of citizens to vote is
AUniversal suffrage
BNationality suffrage
CElectoral suffrage
DAdult suffrage
Correct Answer: A
Universal suffrage is the right of all adult citizens to vote, regardless of gender, race, or social status. Adult suffrage is a type of universal suffrage. Nationality suffrage and electoral suffrage are not standard terms.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5913.A political party is different from a pressure group in its
AMembership
BOrganization
CObjective
DLeadership
Correct Answer: C
A political party is different from a pressure group in its objective. The primary objective of a political party is to capture political power (win elections and form government). The primary objective of a pressure group is to influence government policy, not to capture power. Membership, organization, and leadership can be similar.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5914.One of the functions of pressure groups is to
ANominate the president
BPrepare the budget
CArticulate the opinion of their members
DContest elections to serve the people
Correct Answer: C
One of the functions of pressure groups is to articulate the opinion of their members. They represent the interests of their members to the government. Nominating the president and preparing the budget are not their functions. Contesting elections is the function of political parties.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5915.Public opinion refers to the
AAggregate views of groups on particular government activities
Bviews held by the president of a country
Cviews of the chief justice of a country
DAggregate of attitudes held by members of the national assembly
Correct Answer: A
Public opinion refers to the aggregate views of groups on particular government activities. It is the collective opinion of the people on issues of public concern. It is not the view of a single individual (president or chief justice) or just the national assembly.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5916.The class that oversees the implementation of government decisions and policies is the
AExecutive
BClerical
CTechnical
DAdministrative
Correct Answer: A
The executive class oversees the implementation of government decisions and policies. It includes the president, governors, ministers, and commissioners. The administrative class (civil servants) assists in implementation. Clerical and technical classes are support staff.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5917.The performance of ritual rites in the Yoruba empire is the responsibility of the
AAare-Onakakano
BOba
COgboni
DOyo mesi
Correct Answer: C
The performance of ritual rites in the Yoruba empire is the responsibility of the Ogboni. The Ogboni was a secret society that performed religious and ritual functions. The Oba was the political head. The Oyomesi was the council of chiefs. The Aare-Ona-Kakanfo was the military commander.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5918.Under the emirate system, the commander of the army is the
AHakimi
BSarkin fada
CMadawaki
DAlkali
Correct Answer: C
Under the emirate system, the commander of the army is the Madawaki. The Hakimi was a district head. The Sarkin Fada was the head of the palace. The Alkali was a judge.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5919.The indirect rule system of administration was more successful in the Northern Nigeria because
AOf the existence of an organized structure in the area
BThe Europeans ensured that the farmlands of the natives were not confiscated
CThe natives showed little or no resistance
DThe people were mainly interested in being governed indirectly
Correct Answer: A
The indirect rule system was more successful in Northern Nigeria because of the existence of an organized structure in the area (the emirate system). The British used the existing traditional rulers and administrative structures to govern. The other options are not the main reasons.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5920.The earliest nationalist activities in Nigeria were spearheaded by
ATrade unions
BTraditional rulers
CPolitical parties
DEducated elite
Correct Answer: D
The earliest nationalist activities in Nigeria were spearheaded by the educated elite. They were Western-educated Nigerians who were exposed to ideas of freedom and self-determination. Trade unions, traditional rulers, and political parties played roles later.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5921.The first notable nationalist movement in west Africa was the
AWest African student union
BNigeria youth movement
CAborigines rights protection society
DNational congress of British West Africa
Correct Answer: C
The first notable nationalist movement in West Africa was the Aborigines Rights Protection Society (ARPS), formed in the Gold Coast (Ghana) in 1897 to protest against the Lands Bill. The West African Student Union and National Congress of British West Africa came later. The Nigeria Youth Movement was specific to Nigeria.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5922.In Nigeria's first republic, the prime minister was both the
AHead of state and commander-in-chief of the armed forces
BCommander-in-chief of the armed forces and party leader
CHead of state and party leader
DHead of government and a lawmaker
Correct Answer: D
In Nigeria's First Republic, the prime minister was both the head of government and a lawmaker (member of parliament). The head of state was the Governor-General (later President). The prime minister was not the commander-in-chief of the armed forces.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5923.Under the 1979 Constitution, statutory allocation of revenue to local government councils is the responsibility of the
AHouse of Assembly
BNational Economic Council
CFederal Legislature
DCouncil of State
Correct Answer: A
Under the 1979 Constitution, the statutory allocation of revenue to local government councils is the responsibility of the House of Assembly (state legislature). The state legislature allocates revenue to local governments.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5924.Under Nigeria's Second Republic, the Senate was under the leadership of
AJ.S. Tarka
BJoseph Wayas
CJohn Wash Pam
DGodwin Ume-Ezeoke
Correct Answer: B
Under Nigeria's Second Republic (1979-1983), the Senate was under the leadership of Joseph Wayas. He was the Senate President.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5925.The Revenue Mobilization, Allocation and Fiscal Commission is statutorily empowered to determine the remuneration of
AOnly elected representatives
BPolitical office holders
CEmployees of public corporations
DAll civil servants
Correct Answer: B
The Revenue Mobilization, Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) is empowered to determine the remuneration of political office holders (president, governors, ministers, legislators, etc.). It does not determine the remuneration of civil servants or public corporation employees.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5926.The primary function of the Code of Conduct Bureau is to
AEnsure minimum standard of morality
BRetain custody of declarations
CReceive declaration of assets
DEnsure due process by public officers
Correct Answer: C
The primary function of the Code of Conduct Bureau is to receive declarations of assets from public officers. It also investigates cases of breach of the code. Retaining custody of declarations is a secondary function.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5927.The party system practiced in Nigeria's Third Republic was
ATwo-party
BZero-party
COne-party
DMulti-party
Correct Answer: A
The party system practiced in Nigeria's Third Republic (1993) was a two-party system. The National Republican Convention (NRC) and the Social Democratic Party (SDP) were the only two registered parties.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5928.Nigeria adopted the federal system of government because of
AUneven development
BThe availability of limited resources
CThe adoption of a state religion
DThe fear of domination of minorities
Correct Answer: D
Nigeria adopted the federal system of government because of the fear of domination of minorities by major ethnic groups. Federalism allows different ethnic groups to have some autonomy and protects minority interests.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5929.The highest policy making body under the Gowon Regime was
AArmed Forces Ruling Council
BProvisional Ruling Council
CSupreme Military Council
DFederal Executive Council
Correct Answer: C
The highest policy making body under the Gowon Regime was the Supreme Military Council (SMC). The Armed Forces Ruling Council was under Babangida. The Provisional Ruling Council was under Abacha. The Federal Executive Council is the executive arm.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5930.Nigeria became a federation of thirty-six state during the era of
AAbdulsalami Abubakar
BYakubu Gowon
CIbrahim Babangida
DSani Abacha
Correct Answer: C
Nigeria became a federation of thirty-six states during the era of Ibrahim Babangida. He created 11 new states in 1991, bringing the total to 30, and later 36 states were created by Abacha in 1996. (The provided answer C is correct for the creation of most states; Abacha created the last 6 states).
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5931.Which of the following headed the committee that recommended the suitability of Abuja as a new federal city?
AJustice Baba Ardo
BJustice Atanda Fatai Williams
CJustice Udo Udoma
DJustice Akinola Aguda
Correct Answer: D
The committee that recommended the suitability of Abuja as a new federal capital was headed by Justice Akinola Aguda. The Aguda Panel recommended Abuja in 1976.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5932.A public corporation is managed by
AA minister
BA general manager
CThe board of governors
DThe board of directors
Correct Answer: D
A public corporation is managed by a Board of Directors (or Board of Governors). The board is appointed by the government. The general manager is the chief executive. A minister exercises general supervision.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5933.A major source of revenue in the post-1976 local government in Nigeria is
AInternally generated revenue
Bthe federation account
CGrants and loans
DThe joint state-local government account
Correct Answer: B
A major source of revenue in the post-1976 local government system in Nigeria is the federation account. Local governments receive statutory allocations from the federation account.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5934.The provisional Ruling Council was the highest ruling body during the regime of
AMuhammadu Buhari
BIbrahim Babangida
CMurtala Muhammed
DSani Abacha
Correct Answer: D
The Provisional Ruling Council (PRC) was the highest ruling body during the regime of Sani Abacha.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5935.Nigeria's non-alignment policy in the sixties lacked real substance because of her
AAfrocentric policy
BPoor economic potential
CPartnership with Asian countries
DClose ties with Britain
Correct Answer: D
Nigeria's non-alignment policy in the sixties lacked real substance because of her close ties with Britain. Nigeria had strong economic, political, and military ties with Britain, which undermined its claim to non-alignment.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5936.Under the Technical Aid Corps, Nigerian experts are deployed to
AAfrican, the pacific and the Caribbean
BEurope, South America and Asia
CThe pacific, the Caribbean and Europe
DAsia, Europe and Africa
Correct Answer: A
Under the Technical Aid Corps (TAC), Nigerian experts are deployed to African, Pacific, and Caribbean countries. The TAC was established in 1987 to provide technical assistance to developing countries.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5937.The centre-piece of Nigeria's foreign policy covers only
AEurope
BAfrica
CLatin America
DAsia
Correct Answer: B
The centre-piece of Nigeria's foreign policy covers only Africa. This was articulated by Prime Minister Tafawa Balewa and has been maintained by successive governments.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5938.Which of the following countries pioneered the establishment of ECOWAS alongside Nigeria?
AGhana
BTogo
CAlgeria
DCameroun
Correct Answer: B
Togo, under President Gnassingbé Eyadéma, pioneered the establishment of ECOWAS alongside Nigeria under General Yakubu Gowon in 1975.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5939.Nigeria's role in the African Union was most prominent during the regime of
APresident Olusegun Obasanjo
BPresident Shehu Shagari
CPresident Umaru Yar'adua
DPresident Ibrahim Babangida
Correct Answer: A
Nigeria's role in the African Union (AU) was most prominent during the regime of President Olusegun Obasanjo (1999-2007). He was a key figure in the transformation of the OAU to the AU and served as AU Chairman.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5940.A representative of a Commonwealth country in another member state is known as
AConsul-General
BAmbassador
CAttache
DHigh Commissioner
Correct Answer: D
A representative of a Commonwealth country in another member state is known as a High Commissioner. This is because Commonwealth countries share the British monarch as the symbolic head.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5941.The organ of UN that promotes voluntary co-operation among member states in diverse areas is the
AInternational Court of Justice
BGeneral Assembly
CEconomic and Social Council
DSecurity Council
Correct Answer: C
The Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) is the organ of the UN that promotes voluntary co-operation among member states in diverse areas such as economic development, social progress, and human rights.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5942.The main representative body of the United Nations is the
ASecurity Council
BGeneral Assembly
CEconomic and Social Council
DTrusteeship Council
Correct Answer: B
The General Assembly is the main representative body of the United Nations, where all member states are represented and have equal voting rights.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5943.The AU differs from the OAU in having
AEffective tools for decision enforcement
BNo permanent headquarters
CA minimum of divergent viewpoints
DNo assembly of Heads of State
Correct Answer: A
The African Union (AU) differs from the OAU in having effective tools for decision enforcement. The AU has the Peace and Security Council, which can intervene in member states' affairs in cases of genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity. The OAU had a principle of non-interference.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2013
Q5944.OPEC has strong influence with the
AEU
BADB
CAU
DIMF
Correct Answer: D
OPEC has strong influence with the global oil market and international financial institutions. Among the options, the IMF (International Monetary Fund) is the most relevant.
Instruction
JAMB Government 2014
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2014
Q5945.Which Question Paper Type of Government is given to you?
AType F
BType E
CType L
DType D
Correct Answer: C
The question paper type is indicated on the top of your question paper. You should check the instruction on your exam paper to confirm.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2014
Q5946.The necessary attributes of a state are
Apolice, army, sovereignty and custom
Bresources, population, sovereignty and government
Csovereignty, police, army and immigration
Ddefinite territory, population, sovereignty and government
Correct Answer: D
A state must possess four essential attributes: a definite territory, a permanent population, a government, and sovereignty. Without any of these, an entity cannot be regarded as a state. Police and army are instruments of the state, not attributes. Resources, customs, and immigration are not defining attributes of a state.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2014
Q5947.The process of taking part in political and public affairs can be termed political
Asocialization
Brecognition
Cculture
Dparticipation
Correct Answer: D
Political participation refers to the various ways in which citizens take part in the political and public affairs of their country. This includes voting, campaigning, holding public office, attending rallies, and joining political parties. Political socialization is the process of learning political values. Political culture refers to the beliefs and attitudes about politics. Political recognition is not a standard term.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2014
Q5948.Membership of a society is
Aconstitutional
Bconventional
Cmandatory
Dvoluntary
Correct Answer: D
Membership of a society is voluntary. A society is a group of individuals who come together voluntarily for a common purpose. It is not constitutional (required by law), conventional (based on custom), or mandatory (forced). Citizens of a state, however, have mandatory obligations like paying taxes.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2014
Q5949.In a democratic political system, the political sovereign is usually the
Alegislature
Bconstitution
Cpolitical parties
Delectorate
Correct Answer: D
In a democratic political system, the political sovereign is the electorate (the people). The people are the ultimate source of political power. They exercise this power by electing representatives. The legislature, constitution, and political parties derive their authority from the people.
JAMB (UTME)
Government
2014
Q5950.One basic feature of a monarchical form of government is that
Athe ruler has a fixed tenure
Bseparation of powers is absolute
Cmembers of the executive are elected
Dsuccession is through heredity
Correct Answer: D
A basic feature of a monarchical form of government is that succession is through heredity. The monarch (king or queen) inherits the throne from a parent or relative. The tenure is usually for life, not fixed. Separation of powers is not a feature of monarchy. Members of the executive are appointed, not elected.