2023 - JAMB Government Past Questions and Answers - page 4
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Nigeria shares its longest border with which West African country?
A
Niger
B
Chad
C
Ghana
D
Benin
correct option: a
Nigeria shares its longest border with Niger. This border extends across several states in northern Nigeria and is significant for trade, security, and cultural exchanges between the two countries.
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In a parliamentary system of government, the head of government is typically ___________.
A
elected directly by the people
B
the leader of the majority party in the legislature
C
appointed by the judiciary
D
chosen by the head of state
correct option: b
In a parliamentary system of government, the head of government is typically the leader of the majority party in the legislature. This person, often holding the title of Prime Minister, is responsible for running the country's government and implementing policies.
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Which of the following countries operate a direct democracy?
A
Russia
B
United Kingdom
C
United States of America
D
Switzerland
correct option: d
Switzerland operates a direct democracy, particularly at the cantonal and communal levels. Citizens have the right to participate directly in decision-making processes through referendums and initiatives.
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Which African country successfully resisted European imperialism and maintained its independence?
A
Ghana
B
Ethiopia
C
Kenya
D
Algeria
correct option: b
Ethiopia successfully resisted European imperialism and maintained its independence, with the exception of a brief Italian occupation from 1936 to 1941. Ethiopia's victory over Italy at the Battle of Adwa in 1896 is a notable example of its resistance.
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The 1963 constitution created a list of powers exclusively reserved for the
A
Federal government
B
State governments
C
Regional governments
D
Local governments
correct option: a
The 1963 constitution in Nigeria created a list of powers exclusively reserved for the Federal government. This delineation of powers was part of the federal structure established by the constitution.
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The National assembly is composed of how many chambers?
A
Two
B
Four
C
One
D
Three
correct option: a
The National Assembly in many countries, including Nigeria, is composed of two chambers: the lower house, often called the House of Representatives, and the upper house, known as the Senate.
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The electoral commission that organized the 1979 general elections was
A
FEDECO
B
INEC
C
ECN
D
NECON
correct option: a
FEDECO, the Federal Electoral Commission, organized the 1979 general elections in Nigeria. This commission was responsible for overseeing and conducting elections during that period.
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In proportional representatiom electoral system, seats in the legislature are allocated based on
A
primary elections
B
political party membership
C
the percentage of votes a party receives
D
A winner-takes-all system
correct option: c
In a proportional representation electoral system, seats in the legislature are allocated based on the percentage of votes a party receives. This system aims to ensure that the composition of the legislature reflects the distribution of public support for each political party.
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Pressure groups primarily aim to
A
promote social equality and justice
B
gain political power and control
C
influence public opinion through media campaigns
D
disrupt the functioning of the government
correct option: c
Pressure groups primarily aim to influence public policy and decision-making. They often use media campaigns as one of their strategies to shape public opinion and persuade policymakers to consider their viewpoints or demands.
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Which of the following is a function of public commissions?
A
Managing public transportation
B
Enforcing criminal laws
C
Conducting investigations and enquiries
D
Implementing foreign policies
correct option: c
A function of public commissions is conducting investigations and enquiries. These bodies are often established to investigate matters of public concern, assess government operations, or oversee specific policy areas.
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