JAMB Government Past Questions & Answers

1.

Representative government around the world pay attention to public opinion because of the following factors except 

A.

protection of the government from media scrutiny

B.

indication of government in good standing with the people

C.

provision of feedback on implementation of government policies

D.

national security concerns

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

2.

In a representative government, citizens exercise their political power 

A.

directly

B.

indirectly

C.

in reverence for the political system

D.

under undue political pressure

Correct answer is B

In a representative government, citizens elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf. These elected representatives then formulate and implement policies, laws, and decisions. The process of citizens choosing representatives is an indirect way for the public to exercise political power within the system.

3.

One of the low points in the cabinet system of government is that, the

A.

divided loyalty of the cabinet ministers is strong

B.

centre of power in the system is stable

C.

Prime Minister does not regard the Head of State

D.

tenure of government is always not stable

Correct answer is D

In a cabinet system of government, one of the low points is that the tenure of government is not always stable. This is because the government is dependent on the confidence of the parliament, and a vote of no confidence can lead to the dissolution of the government.

4.

The best way to keep the military at bay from interfering in politics is by ensuring

A.

high pay rise every year

B.

high pay rise every year

C.

good governance

D.

effective control of their day to day operations

Correct answer is C

The best way to keep the military at bay from interfering in politics is by ensuring good governance. Good governance, which includes things like transparency, accountability, and respect for the rule of law, can help to prevent the conditions that might lead to a military coup.

5.

An executive president is one who wields the powers of a

A.

head of state and government

B.

ceremonial president only

C.

leader of government business only

D.

despot and benevolent dictator

Correct answer is A

An executive president is one who wields the powers of both the head of state and government. This means that the president has the highest executive authority and is responsible for the implementation and enforcement of all laws and the operation of all government services.