Waec Government 2010 Past Questions and Answers

Question 21:

• WAEC 2010

The exclusive list in federalism includes all the following except

A. Defence
B. Foreign relation
C. Currency
D. Transportation

Question 22:

• WAEC 2010

The order of mandamus is a

A. Form of order by a superior body to perform a function
B. Mandate from the executive to the public corporations
C. Plea for man of alibi in court
D. Writ to produce a detanied person for trial

Question 23:

• WAEC 2010

In the legislature, a filibuster is one who

A. Is in charge of party discipline
B. Presents partmanifesto during parliamentary system sessions
C. Does not take part in law making
D. Prevents the passage of a bill by making long speeches

Question 24:

• WAEC 2010

Which of the following measures will ensure the independence of the judiciary? Judges

A. Salaries must be handled by foreign banks
B. Must be controlled by the president
C. Salaries must be fixed and not subject to arbitary review
D. Must not be separated from the executive

Question 25:

• WAEC 2010

The most important function of the Upper House in a federation is to

A. Serve as the highest court of the land
B. Ensure equal representation of the component units
C. Provide a place for retired politicians in the legislature
D. Invite politicians for questioning