JAMB Government Past Questions & Answers - Page 122

606.

In the Hausa pre- colonial political system, a district was headed by

A.

A hakimi

B.

a dagaci

C.

an alkali

D.

a waziri

Correct answer is A

Hakimi (Official in charge of districts, collection of taxes, maintenance of law and order).

607.

The commission charged with the conduct of federal elections in Nigeria is

A.

NEC

B.

FEDECO

C.

INEC

D.

NECON

Correct answer is C

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) was established by the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to among other things organize elections into various political offices in the country.

608.

Colonization of Africa was mainly motivated by

A.

security considerations

B.

economic reasons

C.

religious reasons

D.

cultural factors

Correct answer is B

The primary reason for European colonization of Africa was capitalism. European nations saw opportunity for new trade routes and potential wealth in some of Africa's natural resources. The geographical limitations of Europe were also a factor.

609.

Which of the following is used in gauging public opinion?

A.

constitution

B.

educational institution

C.

mass media

D.

electoral college

Correct answer is C

Mass media helps shape public opinion. It is a powerful force yet many people do not realize what effect it has in shaping their opinionMass media is intended to be informative.

610.

The French colonial system was underlined by the policy of

A.

assimilation

B.

paternalism

C.

socialism

D.

indirect rule

Correct answer is A

Assimilation was one ideological basis of French colonial policy in the 19th and 20th centuries. In contrast with British imperial policy, the French taught their subjects that, by adopting French language and culture, they could eventually become French. The famous 'Four Communes' in Senegal were seen as proof of this.