ELEMENTS OF GOVERNMENT - Jamb Government Past Questions and Answers

Question 821:

• JAMB 2012

The primary aim of pressure groups is to

A. Attract people's attention
B. Protects the interest of members
C. Captured political power
D. Fight corrupt officials

Question 822:

• JAMB 2012

Which of the following is used in gauging public opinion?

A. Constitution
B. Educational institution
C. Mass media
D. Electoral college

Question 823:

• JAMB 2012

An electoral system in which parties are assigned seats in the parliament commensurate to the number of votes polled is

A. Absolute majority
B. Simple majority
C. Proporational representation
D. Indirect election

Question 824:

• JAMB 2012

The bringing of a session of a parliament to an end through royal proclamation is known as

A. Political impasse
B. Dissolution of parliament
C. Vote of no confidence
D. Prorogation of parliament

Question 825:

• JAMB 2012

The right of citizens to participate in the affairs of government of their country is called

A. Economic right
B. Civil right
C. Political right
D. Social right