23 reviewed questions with answers and explanations.
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In a parliamentary system, the functions of the head of state and the head of government are vested in
C: two different individuals
A parliamentary system normally separates the head of state from the head of government. The latter directs the cabinet, while the former performs the distinct head-of-state role.
AI-reviewed · source checkedGovernment by the wealthy is known as
A: plutocracy
Plutocracy means government by the wealthy. Oligarchy is the broader category of rule by a few and does not necessarily specify wealth as the basis of rule.
AI-reviewed · source checkedThe unrestrained power of the state over its citizens is underlined by
A: sovereignty
Sovereignty is the concept of supreme state authority within its territory. Nationalism and patriotism concern identity or attachment, while self-determination concerns a people's political choice.
AI-reviewed · source checkedOne of the duties of the legislature is to
D: exercise oversight
Legislative oversight examines the executive's conduct and implementation of policy. It is distinct from administering laws or resolving cases as a court.
AI-reviewed · source checkedThe independence of the Judiciary can be undermined through the
A: politicization of the appointment of judges
Politicizing judicial appointments can make selection depend on partisan loyalty rather than competence and impartiality. Ordinary salary payment and constitutional confirmation procedures do not inherently destroy judicial independence.
AI-reviewed · source checkedCapitalism is a system of economic organization based on
B: individual ownership of the means of production
Capitalism is based on private ownership of productive resources and enterprise. It does not by definition guarantee equal distribution of wealth or require a centrally planned economy.
AI-reviewed · source checkedElection as a political process is significant because it
C: facilitates constitutional change of government
Elections provide a constitutional route for replacing leaders and governments. Campaigns and voting are parts of the process, while peaceful lawful transfer is a central political significance.
AI-reviewed · source checkedAssociations whose main interest is to influence public policies without having to capture power are
D: pressure groups
Pressure groups aim to influence public policy without themselves taking governmental office. Political parties instead seek to capture and exercise political power.
AI-reviewed · source checkedConstitutional disputes in states with written constitutions are resolved by
B: judiciary
Courts resolve legal disputes about the meaning and application of written constitutions. This is a judicial function rather than the ordinary role of an ombudsman or electorate.
AI-reviewed · source checkedThe citizenship of a country could be acquired through
B: birth and naturalization
Birth and naturalization are recognized routes to citizenship, with conditions set by national law. Arbitration is a dispute-resolution method rather than a normal citizenship route.
AI-reviewed · source checkedPublic opinion becomes politically relevant when it
B: influences the decision of government
Public opinion becomes an effective political influence when it affects government decisions. It can support or oppose a government; criticism alone is not the defining condition.
AI-reviewed · source checkedThe civil service embraces all workers in
C: ministries
The civil service carries out administration in government ministries and departments. Employees of private companies and public corporations do not all belong to the civil service.
AI-reviewed · source checkedWhat distinguishes a political party from other social institutions is the desire to
C: win elections and form a government
The defining electoral purpose of a political party is to win elections and form or participate in government. Other social organizations may influence policy without seeking to govern.
AI-reviewed · source checkedThe type of government operated in Nigeria between October 1st, 1979 to December 31st, 1983 is called a
B: presidential system of government
Nigeria’s Second Republic operated a presidential system from October 1979 to December 1983. The executive president combined the roles of head of state and head of government.
AI-reviewed · source checkedThe Eastern and Western Regions of Nigeria achieved the status of self-government in
B: 1957
The Eastern and Western Regions attained internal self-government in 1957. The Northern Region followed later, before national independence in 1960.
AI-reviewed · source checkedThe 1979 Constitution established the
B: National Population Commission
The 1979 Constitution provided for the National Population Commission. Its population responsibilities distinguish it from the human-rights, road-safety and civil-defence bodies listed.
AI-reviewed · source checkedThe expenditure of public funds by the executive in Nigeria is controlled by the
C: legislature
The legislature authorizes public spending through appropriations and examines executive expenditure. Financial administration by the executive is subject to this legislative control.
AI-reviewed · source checkedThe Bureau for Public Enterprises is charged with the responsibility for
A: privatization and commercialization
The Bureau of Public Enterprises implements government policy on privatization and commercialization. This includes preparing and carrying out reforms of designated public enterprises.
AI-reviewed · source checkedIn the First Republic, politics in the Northern region was dominated by the
D: NPC
The Northern People's Congress was the dominant governing party in the Northern Region during the First Republic. NEPU and UMBC were important opposition movements in parts of the region.
AI-reviewed · source checkedThe Nigeria–Cameroon dispute over the Bakassi Peninsula concerned
C: territory
The Bakassi dispute concerned territorial sovereignty and the boundary between Nigeria and Cameroon. The International Court of Justice addressed ownership of the territory and the associated boundary questions.
AI-reviewed · source checkedThe activities of Nigeria in the international community are primarily influenced by
B: national interest
National interest provides a central guide for a state's foreign policy choices. Diplomacy is a means of pursuing those interests, while propaganda and military power are possible instruments rather than the overall purpose.
AI-reviewed · source checkedIn 2003, which former non-British colony was a member of the Commonwealth?
C: Mozambique
Mozambique joined the Commonwealth in 1995 despite not having been a British colony. Rwanda joined later, in 2009, so only Mozambique fits this membership question in 2003.
AI-reviewed · source checkedThe tenure of the President of the UN Security Council is
B: one month
The Security Council presidency rotates among Council members for one calendar month at a time. This is separate from the two-year term of an elected non-permanent Council member.
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