2022 JAMB GOVERNMENT PAST QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Leave a Comment / Jamb Government / By Jamb Tutor Report a question What’s wrong with this question? You cannot submit an empty report. Please add some details. 0% 0 votes, 0 avg Created by Jamb TutorJamb Government 2022 JAMB GOVERNMENT PAST QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 1 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 1. Which political system allows only one ideology for the state? a) Socialism b) Aristocracy c) Communalism d) Capitalism Socialism allows only one ideology for the state, focusing on the collective ownership of the means of production and ensuring the government controls the economy to promote equality. 2 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 2. In a representative government, citizens exercise their political power a) directly b) indirectly c) in reverence for the political system d) under undue political pressure In a representative government, citizens exercise their political power indirectly by electing representatives who make decisions on their behalf in legislative bodies. 3 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 3. The essence of the concept of devolution is to cater for the interests of the a) ruling government b) majority c) minority d) rule of law Devolution refers to the transfer of power from a central government to regional or local authorities, aiming to ensure that the interests of minorities are represented. 4 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 4. A country’s constitution may be derived from which one of the following sources? a) Educated elites b) Civil society organizations c) Civil disobedience d) Customs and conventions A constitution may be derived from customs and conventions, which are traditional practices and unwritten laws that govern the functioning of the state alongside formal written documents. 5 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 5. One major problem associated with the cabinet system of government is the a) abuse of power b) frequent change of government c) large number of ministers d) supremacy of the executive A major issue with the cabinet system is the large number of ministers, which can lead to inefficiency and conflicts in decision-making due to the size and complexity of the government. 6 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 6. Representative governments around the world pay attention to public opinion because of the following factors except a) protection of the government from media scrutiny b) indication of government in good standing with the people c) provision of feedback on implementation of government policies d) national security concerns Representative governments consider public opinion to ensure they remain in good standing with the people and respond to their needs, except when national security concerns take priority. 7 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 7. The determination and execution of government policies is the core function of a) Public Complaints Commission b) Public Service Commission c) Civil Service d) Judicial Service The civil service is responsible for implementing government policies, ensuring that administrative tasks and policies are executed effectively to achieve the government’s goals. 8 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 8. Public corporation has a legal personality which means that a) no legal suit can be brought against it b) it can sue and can be sued c) it has ultimate power to make its own laws d) there is a legal department that represents it Public corporations have legal personality, which means they have the ability to sue and be sued, enter into contracts, and engage in business transactions like any other legal entity. 9 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 9. Local Government authorities may not receive cooperation from the local people due to the issue of a) top-down approach to development b) accessibility to internet facilities c) lack of support for the ruling government d) non-availability of spiritual centres Local government authorities often face challenges in receiving cooperation from the local people when a top-down approach is used for development, leading to a lack of community involvement. 10 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 10. Delegated legislation can be controlled by a) report writing b) press conferences c) parliamentary question time d) threat of secession Delegated legislation can be controlled through parliamentary question time, where the legislative body holds the executive accountable for laws made by delegated authority. 11 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 11. A one-party system imposed by law with all other parties proscribed is a) a social party system b) a de jure one-party system c) a communist political system d) an elitist party system A de jure one-party system is a system where only one party is legally allowed to exist, and all other parties are banned, typically under authoritarian regimes. 12 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 12. Multi-party system is saddled with the problem of a) divisiveness b) limited choice c) weak opposition d) political consciousness A multi-party system can lead to divisiveness, as it encourages multiple political groups, which can create fragmentation and competition, making governance more difficult. 13 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 13. One of the importance of voting in a democracy is that it a) is less expensive b) commits citizens to the political system c) ensures development for all voters d) ensures winner-takes-all policy Voting in a democracy commits citizens to the political system by enabling them to have a say in governance, which strengthens democratic participation and ensures accountability. 14 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 14. An electoral system in which the electorate elects a small group of people who in turn elect political office holders is known as a) general election b) second ballot system c) Electoral college d) local election An electoral college is a system where the electorate votes for representatives who then elect officeholders, commonly used in presidential elections in some countries like the U.S. 15 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 15. Most pressure groups, especially in West Africa, fail to achieve their goals as a result of a) good governance b) charisma of the president c) transparency of the legislature d) corrupt leadership Many pressure groups fail to achieve their goals due to corrupt leadership, which undermines their effectiveness and causes a lack of credibility and influence in policymaking. 16 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 16. A pressure group which resorts to violence as a means of pressing home its demands is described as a) anomic b) associational c) labour d) attitudinal A pressure group that uses violence to achieve its aims is described as an anomic group, as it operates outside of established norms and resorts to forceful actions to achieve its goals. 17 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 17. Press control is necessary for a state, particularly in the area of a) the economy b) auditor general's report c) state security and secrets d) foreign trade Press control is necessary to safeguard national security and maintain state secrets, especially in times of conflict or when sensitive information may pose a threat to public safety. 18 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 18. The media helps to enrich discourse on national issues through its a) marketing b) editorial comments c) sales and advertisement d) correspondents The media enriches national discourse by providing editorial comments, which analyze and critique governmental actions, influencing public opinion and the policy debate. 19 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 19. Information dissemination and communication in a political environment have been made faster and easier with the advent of a) educated practitioners b) press censorship c) government spokesmen d) social media Social media has revolutionized political communication by allowing fast, wide-reaching dissemination of information, enabling quicker engagement in political debates and awareness. 20 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 20. The passing of laws by an arm of government to regulate society is the function of a) judiciary b) executive c) legislature d) police The legislature is responsible for passing laws to regulate society, ensuring that the legal framework supports the society’s needs and upholds justice. 21 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 21. Militant nationalism in British West Africa after World War II sought to a) kill British nationals b) overthrow colonialism c) stop the export of raw materials d) stop the denigration of African culture After World War II, militant nationalism sought to overthrow colonialism and end European domination, fueling struggles for independence across British West Africa. 22 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 22. Proto-nationalism was a movement limited to the demands for a) immediate end to colonialism b) reforms of the political class and respect for African religion c) western education d) social amenities and political participation Proto-nationalism was a movement for reforms, such as respect for African religion and political participation, without immediate calls for full independence from colonial powers. 23 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 23. The youth movement across British West African territories served as a springboard for the formation of a) militant groups to fight and kill British officials b) political parties to champion the cause of self-rule c) committees to represent the people d) associations in pursuit of justice for the people The youth movement in British West Africa laid the foundation for the formation of political parties that would later fight for self-rule and independence from colonial rule. 24 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 24. A country’s foreign policy is foremost driven by a) economy b) location c) natural resources A country’s foreign policy is largely driven by national interest, which includes protecting the country’s sovereignty, economic interests, and ensuring national security. 25 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 25. The first inter-territorial political movement organized in the 1920s which sought to bring all the British West African territories together to fight the colonial establishment was the a) Aborigines Right Protection Society b) West African Youth League c) National Congress of British West Africa d) West African Students Union The National Congress of British West Africa was the first inter-territorial political movement that aimed to unite British West African territories to demand self-governance and oppose colonialism. 26 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 26. The African Union is unable to play its role on the global political scene very well due to the a) inadequate system of education b) low level of wages in member countries c) outbreak of pandemic on the African continent d) divided loyalty among member states The African Union’s effectiveness is often hindered by the divided loyalty of its member states, leading to conflicting national interests that prevent a unified approach to global issues. 27 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 27. Which of the following options does the Commonwealth of Nations commit resources to? a) Use of a common currency b) Superiority of the British Crown c) British leadership on all matters of diplomacy d) Promotion of representative democracy The Commonwealth of Nations is committed to promoting representative democracy among its members, ensuring that democratic principles are upheld in all member states. 28 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 28. Which summit drew the roadmap for the implementation of the African Union? a) Sirte Summit b) Lusaka Summit c) Lome Summit d) Lagos Summit The Sirte Summit in 1999 laid the foundation for the establishment of the African Union, creating a framework for greater unity and integration across African states. 29 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 29. One of the benefits which the West African states derive from the United Nations is a) equal opportunities of appointments to its highest office b) permanent membership of the Security Council c) greater access to all the organs of the United Nations d) total eradication of poverty from the African continent West African states benefit from the United Nations by gaining greater access to all its organs, such as the General Assembly and Security Council, which allows them to influence global affairs. 30 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 30. The Atlantic Charter gave birth to the a) Commonwealth of Nations b) Allied powers c) United Nations d) North Atlantic Treaty Organisation The Atlantic Charter of 1941 outlined the principles for international cooperation and peace, which led to the formation of the United Nations after World War II. 31 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 31. Which of the following factors does not influence a country’s foreign policy? a) Human resources b) Geographical location c) System of education and number of universities d) International laws and conventions A country’s foreign policy is influenced by factors like human resources, geographical location, and international laws, but the system of education and the number of universities does not have a direct impact. 32 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 32. In which political system does the government control every aspect of a citizen’s life? a) Communism b) Dictatorship c) Totalitarianism d) Aristocracy Totalitarianism is a political system where the government controls every aspect of its citizens’ lives, including their beliefs, behaviors, and activities, often with severe repression. 33 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 33. The administrative head of the ministry is the a) official of the ruling government b) general manager c) permanent secretary d) chief coordinating officer The permanent secretary is the administrative head of a ministry, overseeing its operations and ensuring that the ministry’s policies and activities are implemented effectively. 34 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 34. The sovereignty of a state can be limited to a great extent by a) Rule of law b) Separation of powers c) International laws and conventions d) Legislative Assembly International laws and conventions can limit the sovereignty of a state by setting boundaries for its actions in the global arena, especially regarding human rights and diplomacy. 35 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 35. A coalition government is a common feature of a a) two-party system b) multi-party system c) one-party system d) non-party system A coalition government typically occurs in a multi-party system, where multiple parties form an alliance to hold a majority in the legislature and govern together. 36 / 36 Category: Jamb Government 2022 36. The appointment of judges is based on the recommendation of the a) Civil Service Commission b) Public Service Commission c) Eminent persons in society d) Judicial Service Commission Judges are appointed based on the recommendation of the Judicial Service Commission, which ensures that appointments are made impartially and with due consideration for qualifications. Your score is The average score is 0% LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte 0% Restart quiz Anonymous feedback Send feedback