Government, 2018, WASSCE/WAEC MAY/JUNE, Exam, Paper 1 | Objectives

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Year :

2018

Title :

Government

Exam :

WASSCE/WAEC MAY/JUNE

Paper 1 | Objectives

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#	Question	Ans
11.	The principle of separation of power becomes meaningful when it is linked with the concept of? A. the certainty of the law B. checks and balances C. legality of the law D. judicial independence Show Content Detailed Solution Checks and balances are the core of the rule of law and uphold the separation of powers because they ensure accountability. checks and balances is needed to ensure rule of law in a way that, the various arms of government have different functions and authority vested on them. None is superior or inferior to the other and so are required to check each other to ensure that one doesnt act out of their jurisdiction.	B
12.	Which of the folowing doesnt militate against representative government in West Africa? A. electoral irregularities B. coup d' etat C. gagged media D. universal adult suffrage Show Content Detailed Solution The concept of universal suffrage, also known as general suffrage or common suffrage, consists of the right to vote of all adult citizens, regardless of property ownership, income, race, or ethnicity, subject only to minor exceptions. the right for every qualified adult to vote in an election doesnt hinder representative government. istead, voting births representative	D
13.	Those who believe in democracy and good governance are opposed to a single party system because? A. encourages weak leadership B. does not ensure national unity C. curtails personal liberty D. encourages divisiveness Show Content Detailed Solution The disadvantage of a one party system is that there is no check on the power of the Party. This inevitably leads to corruption and abuses of power. What's more, a one-party state cannot be maintained without secret police, repression, and suppression of the free flow of information.	C
14.	The fundamental law of a country refers to its? A. acts of parliament B. conventions C. constitution D. judicial precedence Show Content Detailed Solution Fundamental Law. Is the constitution of a state or nation; the basic law and principles contained in federal and state constitutions that direct and regulate the manner in which government is exercised.	C
15.	A country's constitution could be derived from the following sources except? A. judicial precedents B. customary sources C. statutory sources D. party manifestoes Show Content Detailed Solution The sources of a constitution are:-	D
16.	Planning and formuation of government policies are first initiated at? A. cabinet meetings B. media houses C. political rallies D. open forum Show Content Detailed Solution Major decisions are made at meetings of the Cabinet, which are held once a month and are attended by all Cabinet members. The Cabinet is also responsible for preparing the budget and policies to propose to the Full Council. Decisions are also taken by cabinet members individually.	A
17.	Which of the following is the primary function of a parliament? A. impeachment of the president B. making of laws C. ratifying international treaties D. acting as an electoral college Show Content Detailed Solution Parliament is held to have a range of roles within our political system:- In a formal sense the Parliament has to approve legislation, taxation and public spending. The primary function of the parliament / legislature (as in the case of a presidential system of government), is to make laws through the passing of bills.	B
18.	Judicial review is a mechanism for checking? A. arbitrary use of power B. irresponsible journalism C. electoral malpractices D. military adventures Show Content Detailed Solution Judicial review is a process under which executive or legislative actions are subject to review by the judiciary. Judicial review is one of the checks and balances in the separation of powers: the power of the judiciary to supervise the legislative and executive branches when the latter exceed their authority.	A
19.	In a parliamentary system of government, the legislature and executive are fused to ensure ........... A. supremacy of the ruling party in administering the state B. smoothness in the administration of the state C. the constitution is read in parliament at all time D. the judiciary consults parliament before ruling on cases Show Content Detailed Solution A parliamentary system is a system of democratic governance of a state where the executive derives its democratic legitimacy from its ability to command the confidence of the legislature, typically a parliament, and is also held accountable to that parliament. For instance the government must gain a vote of confidence from the assembly, the assembly may grant to the government the power to make delegated legislation or the head of government is automatically a member of the assembly. With this, everyone is collectively responsible for all decisions made and enable a smooth administration of governance.	B
20.	A country with homogeneous societies and a small population is suitable for the establishment of ......... A. a unitary state B. a nation state C. a federal state D. an autonomous state Show Content Detailed Solution nation-state. is a form of political organization under which a relatively homogeneous people inhabits a sovereign state especially : a state containing one as opposed to several nationalities.	B

11.	The principle of separation of power becomes meaningful when it is linked with the concept of? A. the certainty of the law B. checks and balances C. legality of the law D. judicial independence Show Content Detailed Solution Checks and balances are the core of the rule of law and uphold the separation of powers because they ensure accountability. checks and balances is needed to ensure rule of law in a way that, the various arms of government have different functions and authority vested on them. None is superior or inferior to the other and so are required to check each other to ensure that one doesnt act out of their jurisdiction.	B
12.	Which of the folowing doesnt militate against representative government in West Africa? A. electoral irregularities B. coup d' etat C. gagged media D. universal adult suffrage Show Content Detailed Solution The concept of universal suffrage, also known as general suffrage or common suffrage, consists of the right to vote of all adult citizens, regardless of property ownership, income, race, or ethnicity, subject only to minor exceptions. the right for every qualified adult to vote in an election doesnt hinder representative government. istead, voting births representative	D
13.	Those who believe in democracy and good governance are opposed to a single party system because? A. encourages weak leadership B. does not ensure national unity C. curtails personal liberty D. encourages divisiveness Show Content Detailed Solution The disadvantage of a one party system is that there is no check on the power of the Party. This inevitably leads to corruption and abuses of power. What's more, a one-party state cannot be maintained without secret police, repression, and suppression of the free flow of information.	C
14.	The fundamental law of a country refers to its? A. acts of parliament B. conventions C. constitution D. judicial precedence Show Content Detailed Solution Fundamental Law. Is the constitution of a state or nation; the basic law and principles contained in federal and state constitutions that direct and regulate the manner in which government is exercised.	C
15.	A country's constitution could be derived from the following sources except? A. judicial precedents B. customary sources C. statutory sources D. party manifestoes Show Content Detailed Solution The sources of a constitution are:-	D

16.	Planning and formuation of government policies are first initiated at? A. cabinet meetings B. media houses C. political rallies D. open forum Show Content Detailed Solution Major decisions are made at meetings of the Cabinet, which are held once a month and are attended by all Cabinet members. The Cabinet is also responsible for preparing the budget and policies to propose to the Full Council. Decisions are also taken by cabinet members individually.	A
17.	Which of the following is the primary function of a parliament? A. impeachment of the president B. making of laws C. ratifying international treaties D. acting as an electoral college Show Content Detailed Solution Parliament is held to have a range of roles within our political system:- In a formal sense the Parliament has to approve legislation, taxation and public spending. The primary function of the parliament / legislature (as in the case of a presidential system of government), is to make laws through the passing of bills.	B
18.	Judicial review is a mechanism for checking? A. arbitrary use of power B. irresponsible journalism C. electoral malpractices D. military adventures Show Content Detailed Solution Judicial review is a process under which executive or legislative actions are subject to review by the judiciary. Judicial review is one of the checks and balances in the separation of powers: the power of the judiciary to supervise the legislative and executive branches when the latter exceed their authority.	A
19.	In a parliamentary system of government, the legislature and executive are fused to ensure ........... A. supremacy of the ruling party in administering the state B. smoothness in the administration of the state C. the constitution is read in parliament at all time D. the judiciary consults parliament before ruling on cases Show Content Detailed Solution A parliamentary system is a system of democratic governance of a state where the executive derives its democratic legitimacy from its ability to command the confidence of the legislature, typically a parliament, and is also held accountable to that parliament. For instance the government must gain a vote of confidence from the assembly, the assembly may grant to the government the power to make delegated legislation or the head of government is automatically a member of the assembly. With this, everyone is collectively responsible for all decisions made and enable a smooth administration of governance.	B
20.	A country with homogeneous societies and a small population is suitable for the establishment of ......... A. a unitary state B. a nation state C. a federal state D. an autonomous state Show Content Detailed Solution nation-state. is a form of political organization under which a relatively homogeneous people inhabits a sovereign state especially : a state containing one as opposed to several nationalities.	B