Jamb Government 1988 Past Questions and Answers

Question 16:

• JAMB 1988

One of the important advantages of federalism is that

A. Any component state can secede at any time
B. Each state can develop at its own peace
C. Each state can only spend money allocated to it by the centre
D. Citizens cannot be taxed by both state and federal governments

Question 17:

• JAMB 1988

A major difference between power and authority is that authority is

A. Popularly acquired
B. More costly to exercise
C. Less dependent on force
D. Exercise more frequently

Question 18:

• JAMB 1988

In simple plurality electoral system, the winner receives

A. More than half of the votes cast
B. Overwhelming majority of all votes cast
C. More votes than those for all other candidates combined
D. The highest vote cast in favour of any candidate

Question 19:

• JAMB 1988

a major weakness of unicameral legislature is that it

A. Delays legislation
B. Is unsuitable for a unitary state
C. Breeds struggle for power
D. Does not provide a check against hasty legislation

Question 20:

• JAMB 1988

An essential feature of democracy is

A. Rigid constitution
B. People's consent
C. Supremacy of parliament
D. Bicameral legislature