Separation of Power - Jamb Government Past Questions and Answers

Question 1:

• JAMB 1978

The separation of powers means the same as

A. A presidential system of government
B. Checks and balances
C. The rule of law
D. Supremacy of the judiciary
E. None of the above

Question 2:

• JAMB 1980

The principle of separation of powers ensures

A. The erosin of executive power
B. That the legislature is supreme
C. The preservation of the fundamental liberties of the citizens
D. That all the branches of government have equal powers and functions
E. That the rights of the ethnic minoroties are safeguarded

Question 3:

• JAMB 1980

The principle of separation of powers implies that

A. The Exective is supreme
B. The Executive is powerless
C. Power is shared by different but co-ordinate organs in the state
D. The rule of law obtains
E. Power is shared by competing departments in the state

Question 4:

• JAMB 1980

The principle of the Separation of powers in the new Constitution of Nigeria is different from that of the USA because

A. Traditional rulers can play dominant role
B. There are two houses of the National Assembly
C. The President is above the law
D. The Vice President is not the President of the Senate
E. The Senate has the power of veto

Question 5:

• JAMB 1980

The principle of the Separation of powers in the new Constitution of Nigeria is different from that of the USA because

A. Traditional rulers can play dominant role
B. There are two houses of the National Assembly
C. The President is above the law
D. The Vice President is not the President of the Senate
E. The Senate has the power of veto