ELEMENTS OF GOVERNMENT - Jamb Government Past Questions and Answers

Question 276:

• JAMB 1987

The main objective of pressure groups is to

A. Win political power
B. Conduct free and fair elections
C. Mobilize support on behalf of the government
D. Protect the interests of its members

Question 277:

• JAMB 1987

Franchise means

A. Resident aliens can vote
B. French people can vote
C. Right to vote
D. Executive order

Question 278:

• JAMB 1987

A parliamentary system of government is characterized by

A. Separation of powers
B. Fusion of power
C. Delegated legislation
D. Legislative supremacy

Question 279:

• JAMB 1987

Under proportional representation, elections are won on the basis of

A. Simple majority of votes
B. Absolute majority of votes cast
C. Two-thirds majority of voters cast
D. Votes received relative to those of other parties

Question 280:

• JAMB 1987

A special election organised to decide on a political issue is

A. Plebiscite
B. By-election
C. General election
D. Primary election