JAMB Government Past Questions & Answers - Page 90

446.

A good example of a country with a largely unwritten constitution is

A.

the United States of America

B.

The Soviet Union

C.

Nigeria

D.

United Kingdom

Correct answer is D

Firstly, it operates a cabinet system of government and secondly it operates a monarchical system of government.

447.

In the Oyo traditional political system, the Alafin of Oyo was elected or chosen by a group known as

A.

Oyo Mesi

B.

Bales

C.

Obas

D.

Ogboni

Correct answer is A

This is the only body responsible for the installation of the paramount king. Furthermore they could be regarded as king makers while others options are accountable or subject to it.

448.

The term, rule of law means

A.

nobody is above the law

B.

everybody is equal before the law

C.

we are being governed by lawyers

D.

A and B above

Correct answer is D

Because that is true nature of what the term “rule of law". According to Prof. A.V. Dicey who propagated the theory of the rule of law, implies that nobody is above the law; all are equal before the law.

449.

Nigeria’s quest for a leadership role in Africa hinges principally on her

A.

military might

B.

size and population

C.

generosity

D.

economic strength

Correct answer is B

Nigeria’s size and population is a credit which makes other African countries take refuge in it. Beside, Nigeria’s role in handling other African issues (i.e ) internal crises, attention to natural disaster e t c is second to none .

450.

The dominant idea behind the establishment of the Organization of African Unity is

A.

that Africa must unite

B.

to show the world that Africa can also do what Latin American and Asian countries have done

C.

to provide a framework and opportunities for co-operation on common African problems

D.

to promote economic development of Africa

Correct answer is A

It is a forum to unite Africa and eradicate colonialism and imperialism.