JAMB Civic Education Past Questions and Answers

 

Civic Education JAMB (Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board) questions with options and answers:

 

Question: What is the primary function of the National Assembly in Nigeria?

 

A. Executive functions

B. Legislative functions

C. Judicial functions

D. Administrative functions

Answer: B. Legislative functions

 

Question: Which of the following is a fundamental human right recognized by the Universal Declaration of Human Rights?

 

A. Right to bear arms

B. Right to education

C. Right to private property

D. Right to absolute privacy

Answer: B. Right to education

 

Question: In a democracy, the power to govern is derived from:

 

A. Military force

B. Divine right

C. The people

D. Aristocracy

Answer: C. The people

 

Question: What is the primary role of the judiciary in a democratic system?

 

A. Make laws

B. Interpret laws

C. Enforce laws

D. Propose laws

Answer: B. Interpret laws

 

Question: The separation of powers is a fundamental principle in:

 

A. Totalitarianism

B. Oligarchy

C. Democracy

D. Monarchy

Answer: C. Democracy

 

Question: What is the minimum voting age in Nigeria?

 

A. 16 years

B. 18 years

C. 21 years

D. 25 years

Answer: B. 18 years

 

Question: Which organ of government is responsible for making laws in a presidential system?

 

A. Executive

B. Legislature

C. Judiciary

D. Electoral Commission

Answer: B. Legislature

 

Question: What is the essence of the rule of law in a democratic society?

 

A. Rule by the elite

B. Equality before the law

C. Arbitrary rule

D. Rule by divine authority

Answer: B. Equality before the law

 

Question: Which of the following is an example of a non-governmental organization (NGO)?

 

A. Central Bank of Nigeria

B. Nigerian Army

C. Amnesty International

D. Nigerian Police Force

Answer: C. Amnesty International

 

Question: In a democracy, what is the significance of the concept of “majority rule”?

 

A. Rule by a select few

B. Rule by the minority

C. Rule by the majority

D. Rule by external forces

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**Answer:** C. Rule by the majority

Question: What is the purpose of the Executive arm of government?

A. Make laws

B. Enforce laws

C. Interpret laws

D. Propose laws

Answer: B. Enforce laws

 

Question: What type of government does Nigeria operate?

A. Monarchy

B. Oligarchy

C. Federalism

D. Totalitarianism

Answer: C. Federalism

 

Question: Which document outlines the fundamental rights and freedoms of Nigerian citizens?

A. Constitution

B. Green Book

C. Magna Carta

D. Manifesto

Answer: A. Constitution

 

Question: What is the main function of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Nigeria?

A. Enforcing laws

B. Making laws

C. Conducting elections

D. Interpreting laws

Answer: C. Conducting elections

 

Question: What is the term limit for the presidency in Nigeria?

A. 4 years

B. 6 years

C. 8 years

D. 10 years

Answer: A. 4 years

 

Question: Which of the following is a core principle of democracy?

A. Authoritarianism

B. Accountability

C. Censorship

D. Dictatorship

Answer: B. Accountability

 

Question: The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Nigeria is primarily responsible for combating:

A. Terrorism

B. Corruption

C. Drug trafficking

D. Cybercrime

Answer: B. Corruption

 

Question: What is the primary responsibility of the traditional rulers in Nigeria?

A. Legislative functions

B. Judicial functions

C. Cultural and community leadership

D. Executive functions

Answer: C. Cultural and community leadership

 

Question: In a democracy, what is the importance of a free press?

A. Suppressing information

B. Controlling information

C. Reporting unbiased information

D. Promoting censorship

Answer: C. Reporting unbiased information

 

Question: Which of the following is a civic responsibility of a Nigerian citizen?

A. Avoiding taxes

B. Obeying traffic rules

C. Engaging in bribery

D. Ignoring civic duties

Answer: B. Obeying traffic rules.