Jamb Government 1987 Past Questions and Answers

Question 11:

• JAMB 1987

A parliamentary system of government is characterized by

A. Separation of powers
B. Fusion of power
C. Delegated legislation
D. Legislative supremacy

Question 12:

• JAMB 1987

Under proportional representation, elections are won on the basis of

A. Simple majority of votes
B. Absolute majority of votes cast
C. Two-thirds majority of voters cast
D. Votes received relative to those of other parties

Question 13:

• JAMB 1987

A special election organised to decide on a political issue is

A. Plebiscite
B. By-election
C. General election
D. Primary election

Question 14:

• JAMB 1987

The electorate means

A. Elected members of the Assembly
B. Candidates for election
C. Electoral officers
D. Citizens qualified to vote

Question 15:

• JAMB 1987

The term 'Rule of Law' refers to situations is which

A. Lawyers are the rulers
B. Laws are supreme
C. The judiciary is independent
D. Parliament makes laws