Federal - Jamb Government Past Questions and Answers

Question 11:

• JAMB 1983

Which of the following countries does NOT operate a federal constitution

A. USA
B. Canada
C. Nigeria
D. France
E. Switzerland

Question 12:

• JAMB 1985

In federal state, powers are shared

A. Between the central government and local governments
B. Between the centre and other co-ordinate units of the state
C. Among the major regions of the country
D. Among the federal ministers
E. Equally among the ethnic groups in the country

Question 13:

• JAMB 1987

Which of the following is NOT a unique feature of federal constitution?

A. Division of powers
B. At least two levels of government
C. Supremacy of the constitution
D. Independence of the constitution

Question 14:

• JAMB 1989

An issue over which both the centre and the states can exercise authority in a federal system is

A. Shared
B. Split
C. Exclusive
D. Concurrent

Question 15:

• JAMB 1993

A federal system of government can exist without

A. Division of powers
B. Supremacy of the written constitution
C. An executive presidential system
D. A rigid amendment procedure