Government questions and answers

Government Questions and Answers

Prepare for your JAMB, WAEC, NECO, and Post UTME exams with these Government past questions and answers.

846.

A one - party system is common to

A.

monarchical government

B.

representative government

C.

totalitarian government

D.

democratic government

Correct answer is C

A one-party system is a form of government where the country is ruled by a single political party, meaning only one political party exists and the forming of other political parties is forbidden. Countries with a one party system usually have dictators or totalitarian kind of government because there is no room for opposition and criticism

847.

An organized group that seek the power in a state is a

A.

social group

B.

co-operative society

C.

political party

D.

pressure group

Correct answer is C

Political party, a group of persons organized to acquire and exercise political power.

848.

Establishment of an independent judiciary is a way of safeguarding citizens'

A.

rights

B.

obligations

C.

privileges

D.

education

Correct answer is A

Judicial independence is the concept that the judiciary should be independent from the other branches of government or the politician in office. That is, courts should not be subject to improper influence from the other branches of government or from private or partisan interests. This is one way to preserve the rights of citizens 

849.

Obedience to the laws of the state is a part of one's

A.

duties

B.

rights

C.

privileges

D.

requirements

Correct answer is A

The following are some duties of a citizen

  • Support and defend the Constitution.
  • Stay informed of the issues affecting your community.
  • Participate in the democratic process.
  • Respect and obey federal, state, and local laws.
  • Respect the rights, beliefs, and opinions of others.
  • Participate in your local community.

850.

The primary function of the judiciary is to

A.

make laws

B.

enforce laws

C.

interpret laws

D.

maintain law and order

Correct answer is C

 The main function of the Judiciary is to adjudicate and to interpret Acts of Parliament and the common law. Additionally the Judiciary has the power to issue out orders or directives as may be necessary to ensure law, peace and order is maintained.