Government Questions and Answers
Prepare for your JAMB, WAEC, NECO, and Post UTME exams with these Government past questions and answers.
Prepare for your JAMB, WAEC, NECO, and Post UTME exams with these Government past questions and answers.
Measuring public opinion becomes highly expensive when
a referendum is held
public opinion poll is conducted
public debates are held
mass media reports are evaluated
Correct answer is B
Public opinion is measured through polls and surveys, respondents are asked about their issue positions. Conclusions are drawn by researchers by applying the scientific method.
A feature of pressure groups is that members
oppose the government
are in the same labour union
do not believe in dialogue
have similar interests
Correct answer is D
A pressure group is an organisation which attempts to influence government policies through protests and demonstrations. Pressure groups are formed when people with similar opinions get together for similar objectives and interest.
The practice of voting in absentia through an authorized representative is
bye-election
delegated election
voting by proxy
quota voting
Correct answer is C
If you're unable to vote in person you can ask someone to vote on your behalf. This is called a proxy vote.
Vibrant opposition parties in parliament help to
threaten democracy
strengthen democracy
safeguard independence
protect sovereignty
Correct answer is B
The Opposition's main role is to question the government of the day and hold them accountable.
Civil rights in a country are enjoyed by
citizens
aliens
prisoners
refugees
Correct answer is A
Civil rights are an expansive and significant set of rights that are designed to protect individuals from unfair treatment; they are the rights of individuals to receive equal treatment (and to be free from unfair treatment or discrimination) in a number of settings