All 40 questions from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Government 2018 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation for each. Free, no signup needed.
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The process of taking part in political and public affairs can be termed political
Political participation is the term for taking part in political and public affairs, such as voting, campaigning or holding office.
Membership of a society is
Membership of a society (as a voluntary association) is generally voluntary, based on free will rather than compulsion.
One main advantage of bicameral legislature is that it
A bicameral legislature, having two chambers scrutinise bills, makes it harder for a bill to be manipulated or pushed through without proper review.
Unitary system of government is more suitable for a country
A unitary system works best in a country with a relatively small area and a homogeneous population, since central government can effectively administer such a state.
The development of classless society is the goal of
Marxism (communism) advocates the abolition of class distinctions, aiming for a classless society.
The ultimate aim of political parties is to
While parties perform many functions, their ultimate aim is to acquire and exercise political power/control of government.
A flexible constitution is one which is
A flexible constitution is one that can be easily amended, often through the ordinary legislative process (e.g. Britain's constitution).
The body that is responsible for the appointment, discipline, promotion and dismissal of civil servants is the
The Civil Service Commission is the body charged with the appointment, discipline, promotion and dismissal of civil servants.
Before 1945, the component units of Nigeria were
Before the Richards Constitution reorganisation, Nigeria was administratively divided into provinces.
The emergence of nationalism was essentially the result of the ills of
Nationalist movements arose largely as a reaction against the injustices and exploitation of colonial rule.
The President of Nigeria was indirectly elected through secret ballot for a period of five years by the senate in
Under the 1963 Republican Constitution, the President was indirectly elected by an electoral college (drawn from the legislature) for a five-year term.
The power of appointing the chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission is vested in the
The President has the constitutional power to appoint the Chairman of INEC (subject to Senate confirmation).
Which of the following was done during the Gowon administration to reduce regional structural imbalance in the federation?
General Gowon's creation of 12 states in 1967 (from the four regions) was aimed at reducing the structural imbalance among the regions.
Which of the following is a guiding principle of Nigeria's foreign policy?
Nigeria's foreign policy has consistently prioritised Africa as its centrepiece, including support for the decolonization of African states.
The UN succeeded the
The United Nations was established in 1945 as the successor to the League of Nations.
Power that is delegated is exercised
Delegated power is exercised indirectly, on behalf of the original authority that granted it.
A group of people who live together under a common law within a definite territory is a
A state is defined as a group of people living together under a common government/law within a defined territory.
Rule adjudication is a primary function of the
Rule adjudication (interpreting and applying laws to settle disputes) is the primary function of the judiciary.
Which of the following advocates equitable distribution of wealth?
Socialism advocates for the equitable/collective distribution of wealth and resources among members of society.
Which of the following types of citizenship cannot be withdrawn?
Citizenship by birth is generally regarded as inalienable and cannot be withdrawn, unlike naturalization or honorary citizenship.
Under the emirate system, the commander of the army is the
In the traditional emirate system, the Madawaki holds the title of commander of the army.
The earliest nationalist activities in Nigeria were spearheaded by
Early Nigerian nationalism was spearheaded primarily by the educated elite, who were exposed to Western education and ideas of self-determination.
In Nigeria's First Republic, the Prime Minister was both the
In the First Republic (parliamentary system), the Prime Minister was Head of Government and also a member of the legislature (a lawmaker), while the President was ceremonial Head of State.
Members of a parliament are required to report the proceedings of the house to their
Elected members of parliament are accountable to and must report back to their constituencies, the electorate who voted them in.
The party system practiced in Nigeria's Third Republic was
The Babangida-era Third Republic (1989-1993) imposed a two-party system (SDP and NRC).
Nigeria became a federation of thirty-six states during the era of
General Sani Abacha created six additional states in 1996, bringing the total to thirty-six states.
Which of the following headed the committee that recommended the suitability of Abuja as a new federal city?
The panel that recommended Abuja as the new federal capital was headed by Justice Akinola Aguda.
Nigeria's non-alignment policy in the sixties lacked real substance because of her
Nigeria's proclaimed non-alignment in the 1960s was undermined by its close political and economic ties with Britain, its former colonial power.
The central piece of Nigeria's foreign policy covers only
Africa has consistently been described as the centrepiece of Nigeria's foreign policy.
Nigeria's role in the African Union was most prominent during the regime of
Nigeria, under President Olusegun Obasanjo, played a very prominent role in transforming the OAU into the African Union and in continental affairs generally.
The organ of UN that promotes voluntary co-operation among member states in diverse areas is the
The Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) promotes international economic and social co-operation among UN member states.
The main representative body of the United Nation is
The General Assembly, where all member states are represented, is the UN's main representative/deliberative body.
In a democratic government, political sovereignty is vested in the
In a democracy, political (popular) sovereignty ultimately resides in the electorate, the citizens who confer authority on their leaders.
One judicial function performed by the executive is
The granting of amnesty/pardon (prerogative of mercy) is a quasi-judicial function typically exercised by the executive (e.g. the President/Governor).
A government system in which constitutional supremacy resides in the central is
In a federal system, constitutional supremacy is shared but the central (federal) government holds overriding authority on matters within its exclusive list, distinguishing it structurally in this context as the federal arrangement.
A bill is a draft which is awaiting the consideration of the
A bill is a draft of a proposed law awaiting deliberation and passage by the legislature.
The private ownership of the means of production is a feature of
Private ownership of the means of production is a defining feature of capitalism.
An example of a country with a flexible constitution is
Britain is the classic example of a country with a flexible (unwritten, easily amendable) constitution.
The bringing of a session of a parliament to an end through royal proclamation is known as
Prorogation of parliament is the formal ending of a parliamentary session through royal proclamation, without dissolving the parliament itself.
The commission charged with the conduct of federal elections in Nigeria is
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is currently charged with conducting federal elections in Nigeria.
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