The ultimate source of power and authority which sets the state apart from other forms of political organisations is referred to as
Answer
(D)
sovereignty
2
The institution through which leaders exercise power to make and enforce laws is the
Answer
(A)
government
3
The fundamental principles by which a state is ordered and governed are usually outlined in a
Answer
(B)
constitution
4
Which one among the following factors greatly restrains the government in a democratic society?
Answer
(A)
Consent of the governed
5
The following factors are challenges faced by the judiciary under the doctrine of Separation of Powers except
Answer
(D)
poor legal infrastructure
6
Accountability in constitutional democracy is best enforced through a system of
Answer
(A)
checks and balances
7
The application of the common principles that are important to improve decision-making processes and ultimately strengthen democracy and improve social and economic development is best described as
Answer
(B)
good governance
8
One of the reasons for having two legislative chambers in the governance structure of a country is to ensure the
Answer
(D)
thorough scrutiny of legislation
9
Which one of the following factors has contributed largely to the weakened and poor performance of state institutions in most West African States?
Answer
(A)
corruption
10
One of the paramount roles to play as a citizen in sustaining the democratic system of governance is to
Answer
(D)
register and vote in elections
11
The responsibility of citizens towards nation-building is to
Answer
(B)
participate and contribute to decision making
12
By competing in general elections, political parties ultimately offer citizens
Answer
(A)
a choice in government
13
Public opinion is an essential element in a democracy because it can act as a
Answer
(A)
check on leadership and government activities
14
The media serve a useful purpose in a democracy by
Answer
(A)
connecting the government and the people
15
One of the pivotal roles played by pressure groups in a functioning democracy is the
Answer
(B)
influence on public policy decisions
16
Promoting electoral integrity is the crucial function of which institution of state?
Answer
(C)
electoral management body
17
These rights which are explicitly protected by the Constitution are referred to as
Answer
(C)
entrenched clauses
18
Constitutionally, the local government administration is controlled by the state through
Answer
(B)
legislation
19
Which state institution is referred to as the bureaucratic wing responsible for the running of government offices, agencies and departments?
Answer
(B)
Civil Service
20
The local government administration in many West African countries is faced with a myriad of problems one of which is
Answer
(A)
employment retention
21
One of the following options does not pass as a means of ensuring the independence of the judiciary which is
Answer
(D)
salary determined by the executive
22
As part of its constitutional mandate, the Public Service Commission operates to
Answer
(C)
recruit high ranking personnel for the civil service
23
The impartiality of the civil servants is important to the governance structure because they work for the interest of the
Answer
(D)
state
24
Which one of the following cannot be considered as a factor that influences the delimitation of a country into constituencies?
Answer
(D)
political socialisation
25
A type of constitution suitable for the governance of a federal state is a
Answer
(B)
rigid constitution
26
A set of principles enshrined in a constitution that guide the government in making laws and policies for the welfare of the people is referred to as
Answer
(A)
directive principle of state policy
27
Which situation in a democratic state can create an environment where military intervention is perceived as the only option to restore order, protect the population or address grievances?
Answer
(C)
political crises
28
Despite the many challenges bedevilling the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), it has managed over the years in promoting
Answer
(C)
trade tariffs and self-reliance
29
One of the reasons for which the United Nations (UN) is considered as the only influential world body is the fact that it
Answer
(A)
plays a crucial role in international diplomacy
30
The African Union (AU) aims at ensuring the following developments in member countries except for
Answer
(B)
governance and democracy
31
The Commonwealth of Nations concerns itself with one of the following activities in member countries which is
Answer
(D)
promotion of peace and security
32
The African Union (AU) aims to promote gender equality and women's empowerment through the strategic framework organ of the
Answer
(D)
Specialised Commission of Women Empowerment (SCWE)
33
What encompasses a range of diplomatic, political, economic and security decisions and actions that a state embarks on to protect and promote sovereignty on the global stage?
Answer
(B)
Foreign policy
34
What colonial policy worked against the sovereign power and authority and the traditional political authority and institutions?
Answer
(B)
Expatriate Edict
35
The surge in nationalism and its related activities was fueled by oppressive colonial experiences and
Answer
(C)
ideology and activities of Pan-Africanism
36
Which institution of state enables different groups and interests to be represented as well as actively participate in the political space?
Answer
(D)
Political party
37
Nationalism played a crucial role in the struggle for independence in West Africa by way of fostering a sense of community among the people and
Answer
(D)
political consciousness
38
The Crown Colony policy introduced some progressive institutions of governance in West Africa such as the
Answer
(C)
introduction of the Western legal system
39
The following influential nationalist leaders contributed significantly to shaping the political destiny and nation-states of West Africa except
Answer
(D)
Oliver Tambo
40
Diplomacy plays a vital role in shaping the interactions between states and by extension maintaining
Answer
(B)
global stability
41
Military rule does not only pose a threat to democracy but also to
Answer
(A)
fundamental human rights
42
The following constitute the key features of most independent constitutions in West African States except
Answer
(A)
nationalist leaders became army commanders
43
The grave effect of the French Colonial Policy of Assimilation in her West African Colonies was the
Answer
(C)
slow pace in their political fortunes
44
The British Colonial policy in her West African territories was marked by the following strategies and structures except
Answer
(B)
economic exploitation
45
Globalisation impacts the development and progress of West African States by way of
