JAMB Government Past Questions & Answers - Page 6

The Commonwealth of Nations was initially known as the British Commonwealth. It was created as a way for countries that were formerly part of the British Empire to maintain political, economic, and social connections.

The civil service in Nigeria operates under the principle of meritocracy. This means that positions and promotions in the civil service are based on merit, rather than factors such as political affiliation or personal connections. This is intended to ensure that the civil service is staffed by competent and qualified individuals.

The basic unit of a local government in Nigeria is the Ward. A local government area is divided into wards, each of which is represented by a councillor. Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs), state assemblies, and the Ministry of Local government are not the basic units of local government.

Switzerland operates a direct democracy. In a direct democracy, citizens have the right to vote on every issue that affects them, rather than their elected representatives making those decisions. This is different from a representative democracy, where citizens elect representatives who make decisions on their behalf, which is the system used in the United Kingdom, United States, and Russia.

The Kano riots were a series of violent clashes in Northern Nigeria in 1953. The riots were sparked by political and ethnic tensions over proposed reforms in the Northern House of Assembly. The British colonial authorities suspended Nigeria's constitution and declared a state of emergency to restore order, leading to the dissolution of democratic regional governments. The Kano riots highlighted the challenges Nigeria faced during the transition from colonial rule to self-governance.

In a parliamentary system, the head of government is usually the Prime Minister. The Prime Minister is the leader of the political party that has the most seats in the parliament. The Prime Minister is responsible for running the government and implementing its policies. The President or the Monarch, if there is one, is usually the head of state and performs ceremonial duties.

The People's Redemption Party was known for its socialist ideology and populist policies in the 1980s. The party was founded by Mallam Aminu Kano and was known for its commitment to representing the interests of the common people.

Islamic Jihad was a major factor that contributed to the rise of the Sokoto Caliphate. The Sokoto Caliphate was an Islamic state in what is now northern Nigeria, led by Usman dan Fodio, who led a jihad to spread Islam in the region.

Ivory was a significant trade commodity in the pre-colonial Kingdom of Benin. The Kingdom of Benin, located in modern-day Nigeria, was known for its ivory carvings, which were traded with European merchants.

The National Assembly in Nigeria is bicameral, meaning it is composed of two chambers: the Senate and the House of Representatives.