2024 - JAMB Government Past Questions and Answers - page 3

The Federal Character Commission is specifically designed to address the issue of equitable representation of different ethnic groups and states in government institutions and agencies. This is a core principle of Nigerian federalism. Therefore, it directly promotes the workings of Nigerian federalism.

Colonialism is the practice of acquiring full or partial political control over another country, occupying it with settlers, and exploiting it economically. This aligns with the definition provided in the question.

Before a treaty becomes legally binding on a country, it generally requires approval from the legislature. The legislature, often a parliament or congress, is responsible for scrutinizing and ratifying international agreements.

Delegated legislation, which is law made by bodies other than the legislature (e.g., ministers, local authorities), is primarily regulated by the legislature. This is achieved through:

• Scrutiny Committees: These parliamentary committees examine delegated legislation to ensure it aligns with the parent act and the constitution.
• Parliamentary Debate: Parliament can debate and amend or even revoke delegated legislation.
• Laying before Parliament: Many delegated legislations are laid before Parliament, which gives the opportunity for scrutiny.

While other branches of government like the executive and judiciary have some roles, the most significant regulatory function lies with the legislature.

• Socialism: This economic system advocates for social ownership and control over the means of production, distribution, and exchange. This often involves the state or a collective of workers managing key industries and resources.
• Communism: While communism also emphasizes collective ownership, it envisions a stateless, classless society where resources are distributed based on need. It's a more radical form of socialism.
• Fascism: This system features strong centralized government, often with a single-party rule, and emphasizes nationalism. While the state may control the economy, it is for the benefit of the state, not the people.
• Capitalism: This economic system is characterized by private ownership of the means of production, free markets, and the pursuit of profit.

The 1976 Local Government Reform in Nigeria is the correct answer. This reform sought to redefine the roles of traditional rulers and prevent their direct involvement in partisan politics. The reform aimed to modernize local governance and ensure that traditional rulers focused on their traditional roles rather than participating in political campaigns or holding political offices.

The Unity Party of Nigeria (UPN) controlled the governments of the South West States after the 1979 General Elections. This was a result of the party's strong performance in the region, primarily due to the popularity of its leader, Obafemi Awolowo.

The Public Complaints Commission is specifically designed to investigate complaints against administrative actions of government bodies and their employees.

• Permanence: Ensures that civil servants have job security and are not easily dismissed, thereby providing stability and continuity in government operations.
• Neutralism: The civil service remains politically neutral.
• Anonymity: Civil servants are not to be seen or heard.
• Loyalty: Civil servants are loyal to the government in power.

The Nigerian Civil War (1967-1970) took place during the military regime of General Yakubu Gowon. He was the Head of State of Nigeria during that period.