Government Exam Past Questions and Answers | JAMB, WAEC and NECO

Government is the study of political institutions, processes, and theories. It examines agencies, political bodies, and the workings of the state.

• Question 681:

  Nigeria's federalism is often considered a flaw along the standard test of the Classical federalism ideology labelled along with_______

  Options:
  A) Abraham Lincoln
  B) K.C Wheare
  C) Thomas Hobbes
  D) Aristotle
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 682: A non - party election occurs when Options:
  A) all candidates run as independents
  B) there are no party symbols
  C) only party candidates contest
  D) voters have no parties
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 683: Which of the following led to the introduction of indirect rule in Nigeria by the British? Options:
  A) Need for adequate financial resources
  B) Manpower and personnel shortages
  C) Speedy transition to independence
  D) Desire for rapid development
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 684: Oligarchy is a form of government which Options:
  A) enhances the interest of the ruling few
  B) enhances the electoral chances of the majority
  C) disregards the views of the minority
  D) protects the interest of the common people
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 685:

  Pressure groups primarily aim to

  Options:
  A) promote social equality and justice
  B) gain political power and control
  C) influence public opinion through media campaigns
  D) disrupt the functioning of the government
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 686: An electoral system which restricts voting rights to only male adults is termed Options:
  A) popular franchise
  B) male suffrage
  C) adult suffrage
  D) limited franchise
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 687: Habeas corpus is an essential process for safeguarding the right of citizens to Options:
  A) vote
  B) personal liberty
  C) own property
  D) freedom of speech
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 688: A system of government in which the central government is supreme over other levels is Options:
  A) totalitarian
  B) confederal
  C) federal
  D) unitary
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 689: An important feature of the federal system of government is the existence of a Options:
  A) strong national legislature
  B) president with veto power
  C) court system with impartial judges
  D) multiple tiers of government
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 690: Nigerian's relations with other nations is determined by her Options:
  A) political culture
  B) political socialization
  C) national interest
  D) national consciousness
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  The correct answer is C .