All 60 questions from the General Certificate of Education (GCE) Government 2025 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation for each. Free, no signup needed.
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The political party system adopted by a country is determined by the
The political party system reflects the number of registered political parties that actively participate in the electoral process.
Local government administration promotes
Local government administration is instituted to deepen grassroots democracy by bringing governance closer to the people and enhancing participation at the local level.
Which of the following factors can work against representative government?
Imposition of candidates negates the principles of representation and choice, undermining the legitimacy of representative government.
In a cabinet state, the head of government is the
In a cabinet system, the prime minister is the head of government, coordinating executive functions and presiding over cabinet meetings.
The Commonwealth of Nations is made up of ___ independent countries.
The Commonwealth of Nations is an association of 54 independent states, many of which were formerly part of the British Empire.
The purpose of a constituent assembly is to
A constituent assembly is a specially convened body whose primary task is to draft or review a constitution for the country.
A ___ government is formed when two or more political parties come together.
A coalition government arises when two or more political parties collaborate to form a governing majority, often in a parliamentary system.
The "prerogative of mercy" is a power exercised by
The prerogative of mercy is the exclusive constitutional power of the president to pardon or commute sentences of convicted individuals.
The head of Nigerian Missions at the Commonwealth of Nations' countries is
The head of mission to fellow Commonwealth countries is designated a high commissioner rather than an ambassador, reflecting historical ties.
A citizen is obligated to
A citizen's fundamental duty is to exhibit patriotism by demonstrating loyalty, support, and commitment to the nation.
The Richards constitution of 1946 provided for ___ in Nigeria.
The Richards Constitution divided Nigeria into three administrative regions: Northern, Western, and Eastern, thus formalising regionalism.
Which of the following is the parent body to all pressure groups in Nigeria?
The Nigeria Labour Congress is the umbrella organisation for most trade unions and pressure groups in Nigeria, coordinating labour-related interests.
Pressure groups are known for performing the following functions except
Unlike political parties, pressure groups do not contest elections to take control of government; their role is to influence policies.
The major aim of nationalists movement in West Africa was to
The nationalist movements primarily sought political independence and self-determination from colonial rule.
The major source of financing public corporations is through
Taxes, levied by government authority, are the main source of funding for public corporations and statutory agencies.
The electoral constituency of the executive president of Nigeria is
The president's constituency encompasses the entire country, reflecting the mandate derived from all eligible voters nationwide.
The primary duty of government to citizens is to
The government's foremost obligation is to protect the lives and property of citizens, ensuring their safety and welfare.
The officer in charge of capital city during the Hausa/Fulani pre-colonial political system was
In the Hausa/Fulani system, the Galadima was charged with administering the capital city, serving as a principal official under the emir.
The highest legislative body in Nigeria is the
Nigeria's National Assembly is the supreme legislative body, vested with law-making powers under the constitution.
Political parties in Nigeria source their funds from
Political parties primarily raise funds through donations, including contributions from members and supporters.
Local government authorities are created by
Local government authorities are established through acts of parliament, which provide their legal and constitutional basis.
Government headed by an elected person for a fixed term is described as
A republican government is headed by an elected official serving a defined term, unlike monarchies or military regimes.
The first summit of the African Union in 2002 was attended by ___ heads of state and government.
Thirty-two heads of state and government attended the inaugural AU summit in Durban, South Africa, in 2002.
The principle which allows an organ of government to act as a "watchdog" to others is
Checks and balances are constitutional principles empowering each arm of government to restrain the others, preventing abuse of power.
The first political party in Nigeria was formed by
Herbert Macaulay, regarded as the father of Nigerian nationalism, founded the Nigerian National Democratic Party in 1923.
Council of elders in pre-colonial Igbo political administration was referred to as the
The council of elders in Igbo communities, known as the Ichie, deliberated on communal matters and upheld customary laws.
Functions of public corporations are spelt out in the ___ that established them.
The functions of public corporations are stipulated in the act establishing them, delineating their powers and duties.
Sovereignty based on law and its application is
De-jure sovereignty refers to legal authority conferred by law and recognised internally and externally as legitimate.
The prime minister in pre-colonial Yoruba political administration was
The Basorun, as prime minister, held significant influence in the Yoruba pre-colonial system, especially in the Oyo Mesi council.
Which of the following exercises political sovereignty in a democracy?
In a democracy, the electorate exercises ultimate sovereignty through voting, delegating authority to representatives.
A major advantage of direct election is that
A direct election is valued for accurately capturing the popular will and enabling the electorate to directly choose candidates.
Privatisation and commercialisation of public enterprises can lead a country to
Privatisation and commercialisation of public enterprises promote capitalism by shifting economic activities to private ownership.
Creation of additional constituent units in a federal democracy
Creation of additional constituent units enhances public participation, giving communities greater representation in governance.
The purpose of voters' registration before election is to
Voters' registration is necessary to accredit eligible voters and compile an authentic electoral roll before any election.
Adoption of presidential system of government made Nigeria cease from
The presidential system abolished the distinction between head of state and head of government, unifying the two offices.
Which of the following is a merit of indirect rule system?
A notable merit of indirect rule was the involvement of traditional rulers in administration, ensuring indirect governance.
The general elections of 1993 in Nigeria could not produce a president because
The election was annulled by military authorities; hence, the result was never officially announced, preventing the emergence of a president.
Fascism is a form of government headed by a
Fascism is typified by dictatorial leadership, suppression of dissent, and exaltation of the state over individual rights.
Political and economic arrangement with emphasis on collectivity is
Socialism advocates collective ownership and control of production and distribution of resources for common welfare.
The pre-colonial Igbo political system was highly
The Igbo pre-colonial political system was characterised by decentralised, acephalous governance without central authority.
The constitutional role of the army in Nigeria is to
The army's constitutional role is to defend Nigeria against external aggression and safeguard territorial integrity.
Nigeria became a member of the Commonwealth of Nations in
Nigeria formally joined the Commonwealth upon independence in 1960, affirming her status as a sovereign state.
A landmark achievement of Lyttleton constitution was the creation of ___ in Nigeria.
The Lyttleton Constitution created the office of the prime minister, who coordinated government business at the centre.
The cardinal programmes of a political party are contained in its
A party's manifesto contains its fundamental programmes, policies, and ideological commitments presented to the electorate.
The capitalist conservative ideology developed due to Action Group crises of 1962 was led by
Samuel Akintola led the capitalist conservative bloc that emerged during the Action Group crisis of 1962.
Pressure groups could be otherwise termed
Pressure groups are also known as interest groups, representing the concerns of specific segments of society.
In the absolute majority system of voting, a candidate is required to score up to ___ % of total vote cast, to be declared winner.
An absolute majority requires a candidate to secure at least 66.7% of total votes cast to be declared elected.
Proportional representation encourages ___ in the parliament.
Proportional representation ensures that parties receive parliamentary seats corresponding to their share of votes.
Which of the following is not a type of authority?
Physical authority is not recognised as a legitimate form of authority in political theory; it merely denotes coercive force.
The New Partnership for Africa's Development was adopted during the African Union summit held in
NEPAD was adopted at the Johannesburg summit, signifying a new development paradigm for Africa.
Power to assent to bills in a federal democracy is exercised by
In a federal democracy, the executive president has the constitutional power to assent to bills passed by the legislature.
A government in which the best citizen rules is
Aristocracy denotes governance by a select group regarded as the best or noblest citizens.
Political power in a democracy is derived from the
In a democracy, all political power originates from the people, who confer legitimacy on elected representatives.
The official launching of the African Union was in
The African Union was officially inaugurated in 2002, succeeding the Organisation of African Unity.
The Security Council of the United Nations consists of ___ permanent members.
The Security Council has five permanent members - China, France, Russia, the UK, and the USA - endowed with veto power.
The option "A-4" voting system was adopted in Nigeria during the regime of General
The 'Option A4' voting system was introduced under General Ibrahim Babangida's transition programme in 1993.
Anonymity of civil servants implies that they
Anonymity of civil servants means they neither receive public blame nor credit; ministers are accountable for departmental actions.
A unitary system can be defined as one organised under
A unitary system vests all governing authority in a single, centralised government without constitutionally guaranteed regional autonomy.
Decision that determines the pattern of interactions among nations is referred to as
Foreign policy encompasses the principles and strategies a state employs to manage its relations with other nations.
Military government is characterized by the following features except
Unlike constitutional democracy, military regimes lack constitutional supremacy. Military governments often use decrees and edicts rather than upholding the supremacy of a constitution.
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