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NECO Civic Education 2024 Objective Past Questions

All 50 questions from the National Examinations Council (NECO) Civic Education 2024 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation for each. Free, no signup needed.

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Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 1

Democratic societies are run and governed by

  • A. A. lawsCorrect
  • B. B. monarchs
  • C. C. passion
  • D. D. charisma

Explanation

Democratic societies are fundamentally governed by laws that ensure equality and order among citizens.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 2

To guarantee the rights and freedom of citizens, the powers of the organs of government must be

  • A. A. rotated
  • B. B. separatedCorrect
  • C. C. fused
  • D. D. incorporated

Explanation

Separation of powers ensures that no single branch of government becomes too powerful, thereby safeguarding citizens' rights and freedoms.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 3

Which of the following is an example of inalienable right?

  • A. A. Right to lifeCorrect
  • B. B. Right to vote
  • C. C. Right to social security
  • D. D. Right to adequate wages

Explanation

The right to life is considered inalienable because it is inherent and cannot be taken away under any circumstances.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 4

Citizenship can be acquired through

  • A. A. nationalizationCorrect
  • B. B. registration
  • C. C. negotiation
  • D. D. decree

Explanation

Citizenship can be acquired through naturalization/nationalization, which involves legal processes and requirements.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 5

Which of the following rights cannot be enjoyed by an Italian citizen that is residing in a West African country?

  • A. A. Freedom of expression
  • B. B. Ownership of properties
  • C. C. Right to worship
  • D. D. Right to voteCorrect

Explanation

The right to vote is generally tied to citizenship in a specific country and may not extend to non-citizens.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 6

One of the outstanding features of citizenship by birth is that

  • A. A. it can be withdrawn
  • B. B. it can never be forfeitedCorrect
  • C. C. special requirements are attached
  • D. D. it can be reverted to alien status

Explanation

Citizenship by birth typically cannot be forfeited under normal circumstances, ensuring its permanence.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 7

In order to reduce over-reliance on foreign grants, civil society organizations need to

  • A. A. create revenue generation activitiesCorrect
  • B. B. become more national in their spread and membership
  • C. C. engage in more pragmatic methods like lobbying
  • D. D. engage the state for funding

Explanation

By creating revenue generation activities, civil society organizations can reduce reliance on foreign grants.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 8

The major constraint to national development is

  • A. A. improper assessment of policies
  • B. B. overdependence on natural resourcesCorrect
  • C. C. high level of nepotism
  • D. D. absence of modern technology

Explanation

Overdependence on natural resources can hinder national development by neglecting other sectors of the economy.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 9

The conduct of an election in a democracy is the responsibility of

  • A. A. electoral commissionCorrect
  • B. B. security agencies
  • C. C. election stakeholders
  • D. D. civil society

Explanation

The electoral commission is responsible for conducting elections in a democracy, ensuring fairness and transparency.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 10

Accepting other people's opinions and preferences, even when they live in a way one does not agree with defines

  • A. A. honesty
  • B. B. toleranceCorrect
  • C. C. cooperation
  • D. D. courage

Explanation

Tolerance involves accepting and respecting the opinions and preferences of others, even if they differ from one's own.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 11

Civil society organizations fight poverty by

  • A. A. checking the emergence of dictatorship
  • B. B. strengthening good governanceCorrect
  • C. C. providing arena for the expression of diverse interest
  • D. D. supporting the ruling political party

Explanation

Civil society organizations strengthen good governance by promoting transparency and accountability, which helps fight poverty.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 12

The constitution is important because it

  • A. A. allows government institutions to act anyhow
  • B. B. enables a particular ethnic group to control the government
  • C. C. is applicable to the president only
  • D. D. regulates all citizensCorrect

Explanation

The constitution regulates the behavior of citizens and government institutions, ensuring order and rights protection.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 13

Which of the following does a civil society advocate for?

  • A. A. subjective criticism of government policies and programmes
  • B. B. emergence of dictatorship and political extremism
  • C. C. violent demonstrations to express views or positions
  • D. D. objectivity and respect for opposing viewsCorrect

Explanation

Civil society advocates for objectivity and respect for opposing views, promoting democratic values.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 14

A responsible citizen can show loyalty and devotion to his country by

  • A. A. involving in jungle justice
  • B. B. reporting any act of sabotageCorrect
  • C. C. prosecuting criminals
  • D. D. arresting criminals

Explanation

Reporting any act of sabotage shows loyalty and devotion to one's country by ensuring its security and well-being.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 15

Violations of traffic codes are often dealt with by

  • A. A. loss of driving privileges
  • B. B. criminal court
  • C. C. payment of damages
  • D. D. forfeiting a fineCorrect

Explanation

Violations of traffic codes are often dealt with by paying fines as a penalty for breaking regulations.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 16

Civil society is regarded as an important organ of the society because it

  • A. A. involves the operation of government
  • B. B. takes position on important policy questions
  • C. C. represents the interests of powerful groups
  • D. D. improves the generality of citizens' wellbeingCorrect

Explanation

Civil society improves the general well-being of citizens by advocating for their rights and interests.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 17

Building national values and ethical cultures can be hindered by

  • A. A. celebrating right people by media or society
  • B. B. punishing influential individuals for misdeeds
  • C. C. poor citizenship or followershipCorrect
  • D. D. strengthening societal worth or morals

Explanation

Poor citizenship or followership can hinder the development of national values and ethical cultures.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 18

Establishment, maintenance and regulation of slaughterhouses and slabs is the statutory role of

  • A. A. federal government
  • B. B. state government
  • C. C. regional government
  • D. D. local governmentCorrect

Explanation

The regulation of slaughterhouses and slabs is typically a role of the local government.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 19

Public servants are directly responsible for the poor quality of service delivery due to

  • A. A. poor working mindsets
  • B. B. misallocation of resources
  • C. C. poor condition of serviceCorrect
  • D. D. overbearing external influence

Explanation

Poor conditions of service for public servants can directly affect the quality of service delivery.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 20

Which of the following defines a legal member of a state?

  • A. A. Follower
  • B. B. Alien
  • C. C. CitizenCorrect
  • D. D. Leader

Explanation

A legal member of a state is defined as a citizen, enjoying rights and responsibilities within that state.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 21

Constant appreciation of children by parents

  • A. A. makes children arrogant
  • B. B. promotes withdrawal syndrome in children
  • C. C. makes children secretive and selfless
  • D. D. builds strong and confident childrenCorrect

Explanation

Constant appreciation of children by parents builds strong and confident children.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 22

An individual who abuses drugs will experience the following except

  • A. A. healthy immune systemCorrect
  • B. B. withdrawal
  • C. C. depression
  • D. D. traces of insanity

Explanation

Abusing drugs typically weakens the immune system, not strengthens it.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 23

The right to rule based on the recognition of personal qualities is known as

  • A. A. traditional authority
  • B. B. charismatic authorityCorrect
  • C. C. legal authority
  • D. D. rational authority

Explanation

Charismatic authority is based on the recognition of personal qualities and characteristics of a leader.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 24

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) was proclaimed by the

  • A. A. Security Council
  • B. B. General AssemblyCorrect
  • C. C. International Court of Justice
  • D. D. Economic and Social Court

Explanation

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) was proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 25

Dependency on foreign donors by civil society organizations primarily

  • A. A. promotes a long-term strategy of raising funds
  • B. B. distracts the organizations from their missionsCorrect
  • C. C. promotes sustainability
  • D. D. increases scope of activities

Explanation

Dependency on foreign donors can distract civil society organizations from their core missions.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 26

The right to work in any part of the country can be regarded as

  • A. A. natural rights
  • B. B. civic rightsCorrect
  • C. C. economic rights
  • D. D. social rights

Explanation

The right to work in any part of the country is a civic right, ensuring economic opportunities.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 28

One of the roles of the police as an important pillar of democracy is

  • A. A. subjecting citizens to the wishes of leaders
  • B. B. guarding and protecting sensitive election materialsCorrect
  • C. C. suppressing opposition to the government
  • D. D. helping the incumbent government to continue in office

Explanation

The police guard and protect sensitive election materials to ensure fair and secure elections.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 29

Which of the following institutions was set up to address the unfair treatments of citizens by public servants?

  • A. A. Independent Corrupt Practices Commission
  • B. B. Economic and Financial Crimes Commission
  • C. C. Public Complaint Commission/OmbudsmanCorrect
  • D. D. International Labour Organization

Explanation

The Public Complaint Commission/Ombudsman was set up to address unfair treatments of citizens by public servants.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 30

Some Civil Society Organizations do not get the needed attention from the government because of

  • A. A. awareness of their activities
  • B. B. confrontation in some sensitive issuesCorrect
  • C. C. overbearing external influence
  • D. D. open nature of the organization

Explanation

Civil society organizations may face governmental resistance due to confrontation on sensitive issues.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 31

The reason the seven core freedoms of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) are so important is because

  • A. A. they concern individuals directly and influence their peaceful existence as human beingsCorrect
  • B. B. the violation of one right often leads to violation of another right
  • C. C. they embody key values and rights of human beings
  • D. D. they enable individuals to speak up and challenge poor treatment from a public authority

Explanation

The seven core freedoms of the UDHR concern individuals directly and promote their peaceful coexistence.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 32

The role of individuals in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) includes

  • A. A. incorporation of UDHR into national constitution
  • B. B. exerting laws that promote the objectives of UDHR
  • C. C. tolerating other people's views, opinions, beliefs etc.Correct
  • D. D. carrying out advocacy programmes through the mass media

Explanation

Individuals play a role in the UDHR by tolerating other people's views and promoting human rights.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 33

Bureaucracy in public service simply means

  • A. A. favouritism
  • B. B. nepotism
  • C. C. red-tapismCorrect
  • D. D. partiality

Explanation

Bureaucracy in public service refers to red-tapism, involving excessive formalities.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 34

Constant changes in public service has led to

  • A. A. correspondence on made all
  • B. B. disinvestment of many projects
  • C. C. large-scale unemploymentCorrect
  • D. D. poor standard of living

Explanation

Constant changes in public service can contribute to large-scale unemployment.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 35

The role of law requires that

  • A. A. government should be subject to the lawCorrect
  • B. B. the law should be subject to the government
  • C. C. law should be made in respect of an individual
  • D. D. the law should be subject to traditional rules

Explanation

The rule of law requires that government should be subject to and abide by the law.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 36

Youth empowerment programmes are aimed at giving the youth the opportunity to

  • A. A. become exceedingly wealthy
  • B. B. be self-sufficientCorrect
  • C. C. be physically strong
  • D. D. have all their wants

Explanation

Youth empowerment programmes aim to make youth self-sufficient and economically independent.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 37

To end the compulsive behaviour of drug addiction, drug abusers

  • A. A. can quit by themselves
  • B. B. need support and assistanceCorrect
  • C. C. relocate to a new environment
  • D. D. should take a lower dosage of drugs

Explanation

Ending drug addiction often requires support and treatment to overcome compulsive behaviour.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 38

One can support a person with substance abuse problem by

  • A. A. counselling and rehabilitationCorrect
  • B. B. hiding or throwing out drugs
  • C. C. taking over the drug abuser's responsibilities
  • D. D. covering up or making excuses for the drug abuser

Explanation

Supporting a person with substance abuse involves counselling and rehabilitation to promote recovery.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 39

Trafficked persons are mainly lured with a promise of

  • A. A. schooling
  • B. B. love
  • C. C. employmentCorrect
  • D. D. protection

Explanation

Trafficked persons are often lured with promises of employment.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 40

A major source of funds to local government authorities is

  • A. A. donations
  • B. B. import duties
  • C. C. taxes on goodsCorrect
  • D. D. utility bills

Explanation

Taxes on goods are a major source of funds for local government authorities.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 41

Which of the following is the key factor in fostering cooperation among members of the society?

  • A. A. Discipline
  • B. B. EmpathyCorrect
  • C. C. Maturity
  • D. D. Understanding

Explanation

Empathy fosters cooperation among members of society by promoting understanding and compassion.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 42

Which of the immune system cells does HIV target or attack?

  • A. A. B-cells
  • B. B. T-cellsCorrect
  • C. C. NK cells
  • D. D. Red blood cells

Explanation

HIV primarily targets or attacks T-cells in the immune system.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 43

Values are what we

  • A. A. eat and touch
  • B. B. believe in and cherishCorrect
  • C. C. avoid like a plague
  • D. D. know as agents of civic education

Explanation

Values are beliefs that individuals imbibe and hold dear.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 44

One of the citizenship values inculcated by parents into their children includes

  • A. A. tax evasion
  • B. B. arrest of criminals
  • C. C. fairness to allCorrect
  • D. D. rash action

Explanation

Fairness to all is a citizenship value that parents can instil in their children.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 45

The boldness to be honest in persecution is a manifestation of

  • A. A. humility
  • B. B. obedience
  • C. C. strength
  • D. D. courageCorrect

Explanation

The boldness to be honest in persecution demonstrates courage.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 46

Civic education is also called

  • A. A. Civic socialism
  • B. B. Citizenship educationCorrect
  • C. C. Citizenship socialism
  • D. D. education

Explanation

Civic education is also known as citizenship education, emphasizing rights, responsibilities, and participation in society.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 47

Which of the following is not an agent of Civic education?

  • A. A. Family
  • B. B. Print and electronic media
  • C. C. Pressure group
  • D. D. Ministry of Labour and ProductivityCorrect

Explanation

The Ministry of Labour and Productivity is not typically considered an agent of civic education.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 48

The fundamental agent in children's guidance, training and education is

  • A. A. peers
  • B. B. parentsCorrect
  • C. C. society
  • D. D. school

Explanation

Parents play a fundamental role in children's guidance, training, and education.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 49

The most common method of acquiring the citizenship of a country is by

  • A. A. registration
  • B. B. birthCorrect
  • C. C. marriage
  • D. D. naturalization

Explanation

Birth is the most common method of acquiring citizenship in a country.

Civic Education 2024 Objective — Question 50

The quality of being fair and reasonable in the way that people are treated is known as

  • A. A. integrity
  • B. B. love
  • C. C. justiceCorrect
  • D. D. honesty

Explanation

Justice involves being fair and reasonable in the treatment of people.

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