Jamb Government 1999 Past Questions and Answers

Question 11:

• JAMB 1999

In a federal constitution, legislative powers that are shared by two levels of government are referred to as

A. Exclusive
B. Extra ordinary
C. Residual
D. Concurrent

Question 12:

• JAMB 1999

The most important function of the executive organ of government is to

A. Formulate policies
B. Give assent to bills
C. Control foreign policy
D. Enforce laws

Question 13:

• JAMB 1999

The process of learning the norms and values associated with a political system is referred to as political

A. Socialization
B. Indoctrination
C. Culture
D. Participation

Question 14:

• JAMB 1999

Which of the following best describes the role of the civil service?

A. Promoting the interest of civil servants
B. Advising government and implementig its policies
C. Keeping records for government
D. Providing information on government and its agencies

Question 15:

• JAMB 1999

One instrument for safeguarding the rights of citizens is

A. Judicial interpretation
B. Presidential pardon
C. Legislative intervention
D. Writ of habeas corpus