The Electoral Process - Jamb Government Past Questions and Answers

Question 46:

• JAMB 1990

The second ballot is based on the principle that a successful candidate must obtain

A. Absolute majority
B. Simple majority
C. Forty percent of the votes
D. Fifty percent of the votes

Question 47:

• JAMB 1990

Which of the following is the least democratic selection process?

A. First past the post system
B. Proportional representation
C. Indirect election
D. Co-option

Question 48:

• JAMB 1990

Which of the following served as the electoral college during the election into the constituent assembly in 1978?

A. Local communities
B. Local government councils
C. The federal electoral commission
D. Traditional councils

Question 49:

• JAMB 1990

Indirect election was first introduced in Nigeria by the

A. Lyttleton Constitution
B. Macpherson Constitution
C. Richards Constitution
D. Clifford Constitution

Question 50:

• JAMB 1991

Elections present the electorate the opportunity to

A. Control government policies
B. Control members of parliament
C. Assess the performances of the previous representatives
D. Choose among candidates