Principles of Democratic Government - Jamb Government Past Questions and Answers

Question 16:

• JAMB 1984

The principle of checks and balances is necessary because it

A. Prevents governments from becoming dictatorial
B. Prevents the Executive from functioning
C. Makes the Executive stronger than the other organs
D. Makes the three organs hate each other
E. Leaves each organ of government independent of the Judiciary

Question 17:

• JAMB 1985

The rule of law implies

A. The rule by lawyers
B. That only the Head of State is above the law
C. The absence of a military government
D. That no one is above the law
E. That only the National Assembly can make laws

Question 18:

• JAMB 1985

The theory of separation of powers was for the first time clearly formulated by

A. Jean Bodin
B. Jean Austin
C. Baron de Montesquieu
D. Lord Bryce
E. A,V Dicey

Question 19:

• JAMB 1987

The term 'Rule of Law' refers to situations is which

A. Lawyers are the rulers
B. Laws are supreme
C. The judiciary is independent
D. Parliament makes laws

Question 20:

• JAMB 1988

The application of the rule of law can be hindered by

A. Independence of the judiciary
B. Irresponsible press
C. Unequal distribution of wealth
D. Free access to education