Government Exam Past Questions and Answers | JAMB, WAEC and NECO

Government is the study of political institutions, processes, and theories. It examines agencies, political bodies, and the workings of the state.

• Question 1981: The principle of, the separation of powers implies that the three main organs of government work Options:
  A) separately
  B) independently and co-operatively
  C) against one another
  D) reluctantly and gradually for the executive
  E) together in the interest of other nations
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 1982:

  Which Nigerian leader advocated for the New Partnership for Africa's Development(NEPAD)?

  Options:
  A) Olusegun Obasanjo
  B) Yakubu Gowon
  C) Muhammadu Buhari
  D) Shehu Shagari
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 1983:

  The constitutional amendment process in Nigeria requires the approval of

  Options:
  A) The Independent National Electoral Commission(INEC)
  B) The National Assembly
  C) The President
  D) The Supreme Court
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 1984: The Secretary General of the United Nations is appointed by the Options:
  A) Security Council acting alone
  B) Permanent members of the Security Council on the recommendation of the General Assembly
  C) General Assembly on the recommendation of the Security Council
  D) General Assembly in plenary session
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 1985: The first military coup d'etat in Nigeria occurred on Options:
  A) October 1 1960
  B) October 1, 1963
  C) January 15, 1966
  D) Jnuary 15, 1967
  E) December 31, 1983
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 1986: What distinguishes a political party from other social institutions is the desire to Options:
  A) influence the international community on local issues
  B) promote the interest of party members
  C) win elections and form a government
  D) influence government policies in certain directions
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 1987: The tenure of non-permanent members of the Security Council is Options:
  A) 5 years
  B) 4 years
  C) 2 years
  D) 6 years
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 1988: In the presidential system in Nigeria the Chief Executive remains in office for Options:
  A) a period of eight years
  B) a fixed term
  C) as long as he enjoys popular support
  D) two terms
  E) a period of six years
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 1989: Educated elite did not like the system of Indirect Rule in Nigeria because it Options:
  A) did not make provisions for them
  B) was exploitative and cumbersome
  C) made traditional ruiers too powerful
  D) was undemocratic and oppressive
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 1990: Which of the following nations operates an unwritten constitution? Options:
  A) U.S.A
  B) Canad
  C) Australia
  D) Great Britain
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  The correct answer is D .