Year :
2010
Title :
Government
Exam :
JAMB Exam
Paper 1 | Objectives
31 - 40 of 49 Questions
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| 31. |
A major shortcoming of the Ombudsman is A. lack of adequate resources B. its inability to restrain bureaucratic excesses C. lack of clear-cut mandate D. lack of executive power to enforce decisions Detailed SolutionA major shortcoming of the Ombudsman is lack of executive power to enforce decisions.One of the limitations of the powers of the Ombudsman is that it has no powers of the enforcement of its investigations and decisions it has taken. It can only investigate and recommend. |
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| 32. |
One of the strong points of the multiparty system in Nigeria's Fourth Republic is A. the provision for a bicameral legislature B. government interference C. wider political participation D. wider anti-democracy campaign Detailed SolutionOne of the strong points of the multiparty system in Nigeria's Fourth Republic is wider political participation.Many writers agree that multi-party system ensures wider political participation and education through the various parties' Campaigns and rallies. It also encourages the reflection of various shades of opinions and interests in government. |
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| 33. |
In which of the following is the ceremonial and executive powers fused? A. Presidential system of government B. Federal system of government C. Parliamentary system of government D. Unitary system of government Detailed SolutionThe ceremonial and executive powers are fused in a presidential System of Government. The president is the head of state as well as the head of government.In a parliamentary system of government, the role of a head of state and head of government are played by two people. For instance in the UK, the prime minister is the head of government (executive powers) while the queen is the head of state (ceremonial head) |
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| 34. |
A major contentious issue confronting the Nigerian Federalism is A. poverty B. health care delivery C. education D. revenue allocation Detailed SolutionRevenue Allocation is a major contentious issue confronting the Nigerian Federalism.Problem of revenue allocation in Nigeria has always been a thorny issue. In an effort to find an acceptable formula for sharing of Revenue in Nigeria, as many as ten commissions were set up between 1946 and 1999. |
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| 35. |
The main purpose of establishing public enterprise in Nigeria is to A. increase government revenue B. enrich the title C. provide essential services D. compete with the private sector Detailed SolutionThe main purpose of establishing public enterprise in Nigeria is to provide essential services.One of the main reasons for setting up public Corporations is to provide essential services to the masses at a cheaper rate than would have been possible if left in the hands of private entrepreneurs. This also prevents exploitation and discrimination. |
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| 36. |
Parastatals are established to A. enhance enterprenual skills B. expand business transactions C. maximize government profits D. render social services Detailed SolutionParastatals are established to render social services.In Nigeria, some public Corporations are federal-owned while others are state owned. Public corporations or enterprises are also called parastatals. |
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| 37. |
The General Purpose Committee of the local government is A. cabinet of the local government B. body responsible for supervising self-help projects C. local government public relations unit D. body for awarding contracts Detailed SolutionThe General Purpose Committee of the local government is cabinet of the local government. |
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| 38. |
The highest organ of the state during Babangida Regime was the A. Provisional Ruling Council B. Armed Forces Ruling Council C. Supreme Military Council D. Federal Executive Council Detailed SolutionArmed Forces Ruling Council was the highest organ of the state during Babangida Regime.This was introduced to replace the Supreme Military Council. (SMC) |
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| 39. |
Decree 34 of 1966 was unacceptable to many Nigerians because it was A. seen as an instrument of impoverishment B. promulgated without consultation with the people C. perceived to abolish the federal system D. considered as alien Detailed SolutionDecree 34 of 1966 was unacceptable to many Nigerians because it was perceived to abolish the federal system. General Ironsi's Unification Decree 34 of May 24, 1966 was interpreted by some sections of the country especially the Northerners as a step of concentrating power in the hands of particular tribe. |
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| 40. |
Nigeria broke diplomatic relations with France in 1961 because A. France's atomic test in the Sahara Desert B. Her poor relations with the francophone countries C. General de-Gaulle's negative attitude towards her D. France's diplomatic relations with Israel Detailed SolutionNigeria broke diplomatic relations with France in 1961 because France's atomic test in the Sahara Desert.This singular act was credited to Balewa administration. |
| 31. |
A major shortcoming of the Ombudsman is A. lack of adequate resources B. its inability to restrain bureaucratic excesses C. lack of clear-cut mandate D. lack of executive power to enforce decisions Detailed SolutionA major shortcoming of the Ombudsman is lack of executive power to enforce decisions.One of the limitations of the powers of the Ombudsman is that it has no powers of the enforcement of its investigations and decisions it has taken. It can only investigate and recommend. |
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| 32. |
One of the strong points of the multiparty system in Nigeria's Fourth Republic is A. the provision for a bicameral legislature B. government interference C. wider political participation D. wider anti-democracy campaign Detailed SolutionOne of the strong points of the multiparty system in Nigeria's Fourth Republic is wider political participation.Many writers agree that multi-party system ensures wider political participation and education through the various parties' Campaigns and rallies. It also encourages the reflection of various shades of opinions and interests in government. |
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| 33. |
In which of the following is the ceremonial and executive powers fused? A. Presidential system of government B. Federal system of government C. Parliamentary system of government D. Unitary system of government Detailed SolutionThe ceremonial and executive powers are fused in a presidential System of Government. The president is the head of state as well as the head of government.In a parliamentary system of government, the role of a head of state and head of government are played by two people. For instance in the UK, the prime minister is the head of government (executive powers) while the queen is the head of state (ceremonial head) |
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| 34. |
A major contentious issue confronting the Nigerian Federalism is A. poverty B. health care delivery C. education D. revenue allocation Detailed SolutionRevenue Allocation is a major contentious issue confronting the Nigerian Federalism.Problem of revenue allocation in Nigeria has always been a thorny issue. In an effort to find an acceptable formula for sharing of Revenue in Nigeria, as many as ten commissions were set up between 1946 and 1999. |
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| 35. |
The main purpose of establishing public enterprise in Nigeria is to A. increase government revenue B. enrich the title C. provide essential services D. compete with the private sector Detailed SolutionThe main purpose of establishing public enterprise in Nigeria is to provide essential services.One of the main reasons for setting up public Corporations is to provide essential services to the masses at a cheaper rate than would have been possible if left in the hands of private entrepreneurs. This also prevents exploitation and discrimination. |
| 36. |
Parastatals are established to A. enhance enterprenual skills B. expand business transactions C. maximize government profits D. render social services Detailed SolutionParastatals are established to render social services.In Nigeria, some public Corporations are federal-owned while others are state owned. Public corporations or enterprises are also called parastatals. |
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| 37. |
The General Purpose Committee of the local government is A. cabinet of the local government B. body responsible for supervising self-help projects C. local government public relations unit D. body for awarding contracts Detailed SolutionThe General Purpose Committee of the local government is cabinet of the local government. |
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| 38. |
The highest organ of the state during Babangida Regime was the A. Provisional Ruling Council B. Armed Forces Ruling Council C. Supreme Military Council D. Federal Executive Council Detailed SolutionArmed Forces Ruling Council was the highest organ of the state during Babangida Regime.This was introduced to replace the Supreme Military Council. (SMC) |
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| 39. |
Decree 34 of 1966 was unacceptable to many Nigerians because it was A. seen as an instrument of impoverishment B. promulgated without consultation with the people C. perceived to abolish the federal system D. considered as alien Detailed SolutionDecree 34 of 1966 was unacceptable to many Nigerians because it was perceived to abolish the federal system. General Ironsi's Unification Decree 34 of May 24, 1966 was interpreted by some sections of the country especially the Northerners as a step of concentrating power in the hands of particular tribe. |
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| 40. |
Nigeria broke diplomatic relations with France in 1961 because A. France's atomic test in the Sahara Desert B. Her poor relations with the francophone countries C. General de-Gaulle's negative attitude towards her D. France's diplomatic relations with Israel Detailed SolutionNigeria broke diplomatic relations with France in 1961 because France's atomic test in the Sahara Desert.This singular act was credited to Balewa administration. |