Government Past Questions And Answers
771
Which of the following is not a factor that promotes democratic electoral system?
- A. political consciousness
- B. periodic election
- C. up-to-date electoral register
- D. popularity of the governor
772
The policy of indigenat was parctised in the colonies controlled by
- A. Belgium
- B. Portugal
- C. Britain
- D. France
773
Which of the following options does not constitute the main objectives of the United Nations?
- A. The maintenance of international peace and security
- B. The promotion of the well-being of the peoples of the world
- C. International cooperation
- D. The use of force to comply with its provisions
774
The French policy of Assimilation implied that
- A. the French transferred powers to Africans
- B. traditional rulers were recognized
- C. African countries were granted independence
- D. Africans were modeled after the French
775
Public opinion is commonly referred to as the composite reaction of the citizenry on
- A. matters relating to association
- B. legal rights of foreigners
- C. matters affecting government
- D. key issues that affect them
776
The presidential system differs from the parliamentary system of government in that
- A. The principle of collective responsibility applies
- B. Executive and legislative powers are fused
- C. Powers of the three arms of government are merged
- D. The tenure of office of the president is limited
777
A crucial requirement for the successful conduct of elections is
- A. an independent electoral commission
- B. the existence of organized political parties
- C. a highly mobilized electorate
- D. the adequate funding of political parties
778
The Commonwealth Secretariat is located in _________
- A. Los Angeles
- B. Kuala-Lumpur
- C. London
- D. Glasgow
779
The following were features of the French policy of Assimilation except
- A. centralized administration
- B. recognition of chieftaincy institution
- C. limited education
- D. indigent policy
780
In 1973, following an OAU resolution, Nigeria broke diplomatic relations with
- A. South Africa
- B. France
- C. Israel
- D. Cuba