Government 2007 Jamb Examination

The law-making process begins with the initiation/introduction of a bill before subsequent readings and debates.

Government is not permanent because it changes over time, unlike population, territory, and society which are permanent features of a state.

Ancient Greece, particularly Athens, was known for practising direct democracy where citizens directly participated in decision-making.

Confederations are often formed by states for mutual security and defense purposes while retaining their sovereignty.

The declaration of election results is the exclusive responsibility of the electoral commission (e.g., INEC in Nigeria).

Political culture refers to the traditions, values, and beliefs of a people that influence their political system and governance.

Karl Marx explained that feudalism historically came before capitalism in the evolution of economic systems.

The executive branch of government is primarily responsible for implementing policies and enforcing laws.

The key distinguishing feature of a federal state is the existence of a written constitution that divides powers between central and component units.

Legitimate authority is the recognized and accepted right to rule, often derived from established laws and constitutions.