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 951: A common means of influencing public opinion is Options:
  A) Public policy-making
  B) legislation
  C) propaganda
  D) lobbying
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 952: A constitution formulated and imposed on a country without popular participation is said to be created by Options:
  A) fiat
  B) directives
  C) command
  D) decree
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 953: The Executive is the body that Options:
  A) exectes armed robbers
  B) interprets laws
  C) implements laws
  D) enacts laws
  E) none of the above
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 954: Nigeria's first law-making body after the amalgamation was known as the Options:
  A) Nigerian Council
  B) National Assembly
  C) Nigeria National Assembly
  D) Legislative Council
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 955: One feature of the federal system of government is that the centre is____________ Options:
  A) superior to the other components
  B) inferior to the other components
  C) equal to the other components
  D) of-unlimited jurisdiction
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 956: Which of the following is the function of the Council of the Ministers of the O.A.U Options:
  A) Cordinating of the general policy of the organization
  B) Directing the finances of the organization
  C) Preparing the agenda of the organization's meetings
  D) Reviewing the functions and activities of other organs of the organizations
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 957:

  The Chick's commission was set up to look into the issue of revenue allocation in___________

  Options:
  A) 1946
  B) 1957
  C) 1951
  D) 1953
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 958: The Economic Community of West African States has made progress in the area of Options:
  A) free movement of persons and right of residence
  B) increased trade among members
  C) political integretion of the region
  D) providing financial aid to members
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 959: Which of the following led to the introduction of indirect rule in Nigeria by the British? Options:
  A) Need for adequate financial resources
  B) Desire for rapid development
  C) Speedy transition to independence
  D) Manpower and personnel shortages
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 960: The 1946 constitution was remarkable because it Options:
  A) created ministerial positions in Nigeria
  B) introduced regional governments in Nigeria
  C) introduced for the first time, the elective principle
  D) brought about self- government for Nigeria
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  The correct answer is B .