Principles of Democratic Government - Jamb Government Past Questions and Answers

Question 21:

• JAMB 1988

The doctrine of separation of power is associated with

A. Montesquieu
B. Locke
C. Marx
D. Hobbes

Question 22:

• JAMB 1988

The principle of collective responsibility means that ministers

A. Are collectively responsible to the head of state
B. Are collectively responsible for cabinet ecisions
C. Are heads of their respective departments
D. Must always show a sense of responsibility to their fellow ministers

Question 23:

• JAMB 1989

Representative democrcy is characterized by

A. Free elections and up-to-date register of voters
B. Promotes equality
C. Promotes the international brotherhood of man
D. Discourages opposition

Question 24:

• JAMB 1990

The major advantage of the principle of separation of powers is that it provides for

A. An executive premier
B. A powerful legislature
C. A very strong executive
D. Checks and balances

Question 25:

• JAMB 1990

The principle of separation of powers is fundamental to the

A. Parliamentary system
B. Presidential system
C. Totalitarian system
D. Federal system