Principles of Democratic Government - Jamb Government Past Questions and Answers

Question 46:

• JAMB 2001

when a bill passed by the legislature is vetoed by the executive, the action underscores the principle

A. Probity and accountability
B. Separation of powers
C. Collective responsibility
D. Checks and balances.

Question 47:

• 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 48:

• JAMB 2002

The absence of the rule of law in government will bring about

A. Human rights abuse
B. Treasonable offences
C. Corrupt practices
D. Political apathy

Question 49:

• JAMB 2002

The principle of checks and balances reinforces separation of powers in order to

A. Protect the powers of the executive
B. Make the legislature more powerful
C. Prevent an unconstituional change of government
D. Prevent the emergence of dictatorship

Question 50:

• JAMB 2003

A common feature of government is

A. The separation of powers
B. The making of public policy
C. The independence of the judiciary
D. A written constitution