Jamb Government 1983 Past Questions and Answers

Question 16:

• JAMB 1983

An election which is conducted to fill a vacant seat in a legislature is called a

A. By election
B. General election
C. Referendum
D. Plebiscite
E. Mini election

Question 17:

• JAMB 1983

Which of the following countries does NOT operate a federal constitution

A. USA
B. Canada
C. Nigeria
D. France
E. Switzerland

Question 18:

• JAMB 1983

The major advantage of the secret ballot is that

A. It is faster than other systems
B. Nobody can be prevented from voying
C. It ensures the anonymity of each voter
D. Losers can ask for another secret vote
E. It extends the franchise to all adults

Question 19:

• JAMB 1983

Which of these statements is CORRECT about proportional Representation?

A. It makes the assembly representative of all citizens
B. It is simple to operate
C. It preserves the party system
D. It gives the parties seats in proportion to their popular support
E. It legalizes dictatorship

Question 20:

• JAMB 1983

In a one party State

A. There are no free citizens
B. Communism is banned
C. The communist party is the only legal party
D. The ruling party the only only legal party
E. Elections to the legislature are held at the party's conferences