Jamb Government 2002 Past Questions and Answers

Question 11:

• JAMB 2002

A major issue that distinguishes pressure groups from political parties is

A. Membership drive
B. The objective
C. The voting pattern
D. Idealogy.

Question 12:

• JAMB 2002

Proportional representation is a system of allocating seats in the legislature based on

A. Gender participation in polities
B. An area
C. Contribution to the national economy
D. Total votes in an election.

Question 13:

• JAMB 2002

The application of the principle of separation of powers seems impracticable because powers is

A. Delegated
B. Centralized
C. Fused
D. Separated

Question 14:

• JAMB 2002

A major consequence of proportional representation is that it

A. Reduces the chances of political instability
B. Favours the development of a two-party system
C. Discourages voting along ethnic lines
D. Encourages the proliferation of parties

Question 15:

• JAMB 2002

Oligarchy is a form of government which

A. Enhances the interest of the ruling few
B. Enhances the electoral chances of the majority
C. Disregards the views of the minority
D. Protects the interest of the common people