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Which of the following best describes the primary function of pressure groups in a democratic society?

To enforce laws and regulations established by the government

To influence public policy and decision-making through advocacy and lobbying

To conduct elections and select government representatives

To provide direct services and support to citizens in need

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The central decision-making organ of a confederation is made up of

A. technocrats appointed by the units

B. politicians elected from the confederal constituencies

C. politicians nominated by the government of member states

D. representatives of pressure groups.

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Which of the following best defines the term "naturalization" in the context of citizenship?

The process by which a citizen renounces their citizenship

The legal process through which a foreign national becomes a citizen

The rights and privileges granted to citizens of a country

The automatic citizenship granted to individuals born on a country's soil

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Which of the following best describes the role of mass media in shaping public opinion?

Mass media solely provides entertainment and has no impact on public opinion.

Mass media acts as a gatekeeper, selectively presenting information that influences how the public perceives issues.

Mass media only reflects existing public opinions without altering them.

Mass media is primarily responsible for creating public policy decisions directly.

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Which of the following is a primary function of pressure groups in a democratic society?

To hold public office and create legislation

To represent specific interests and influence policy decisions

To enforce laws and regulations

To conduct elections and referendums

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The 1976 Reforms have been most beneficial to the

A. Nigerian police

B. federal government

C. local government

D. civil service

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Which of the following best describes a multi-party system in a political context?

A political system in which two major parties dominate the electoral landscape

A political system that allows multiple parties to compete for power, often resulting in coalition governments

A system where only one party is allowed to operate, effectively eliminating competition

A transitional phase in which parties are forming but not yet established

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A common feature of the earlier political parties in Nigeria was that they

A. were formed by the government

B. started as a social-cultural organizations

C. were backed by the colonialists

D. were non-elitist in nature

9 of 15

Which of the following best describes the primary objective of colonial administration in the 19th century?

To promote local self-governance and independence

To exploit resources and establish economic dominance

To foster cultural exchange and mutual respect

To provide humanitarian aid and support local populations

10 of 15

The permanent members of the Security Council of the United Nations are

A. Germany,France,Poland,Hungary and China

B. Britain,Japan,Australia,Germany and the United States

C. the United States,Russia,France,Britain and Japan

D. the United States,Russia,France,Britain and China

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In a parliamentary system,the functions of the head of state and the head of government are vested in

A. the inner cabinet

B. an indidvidual

C. two different individuals

D. the ministerial council

12 of 15

The immediate cause of the January 15 1966 military coup in Nigeria was the

A. crisis over the population census

B. election crisis in the Western Region

C. Kano Riots

D. Tiv Riots

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The first Nigerian Permanent Representative to the United Nations was

A. Alhaji Yusuf Maitama Sule

B. General Joseph Garba

C. Professor Ibrahim Gambari

D. Cheif Samuel Adebo

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Which of the following best describes the primary function of pressure groups in a democratic society?

To directly run for political office and implement policy

To influence public policy and decision-making through advocacy and lobbying

To provide financial support to political candidates exclusively

To enforce laws and regulations on behalf of the government

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Which of the following best defines the primary scope of government as a subject matter in political science?

The study of economic systems and their impact on society

The analysis of political structures, processes, and behavior in relation to governance

The exploration of historical events and their influence on modern states

The examination of cultural practices and their role in national identity

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Which of the following best describes the primary function of pressure groups in a democratic society?

The central decision-making organ of a confederation is made up of

Which of the following best defines the term "naturalization" in the context of citizenship?

Which of the following best describes the role of mass media in shaping public opinion?

Which of the following is a primary function of pressure groups in a democratic society?

The 1976 Reforms have been most beneficial to the

Which of the following best describes a multi-party system in a political context?

A common feature of the earlier political parties in Nigeria was that they

Which of the following best describes the primary objective of colonial administration in the 19th century?

The permanent members of the Security Council of the United Nations are

In a parliamentary system,the functions of the head of state and the head of government are vested in

The immediate cause of the January 15 1966 military coup in Nigeria was the

The first Nigerian Permanent Representative to the United Nations was

Which of the following best describes the primary function of pressure groups in a democratic society?

Which of the following best defines the primary scope of government as a subject matter in political science?