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The document is an examination paper for the course 'Elements of Government' at the National Open University of Nigeria. It includes instructions for answering questions, with Question 1 requiring a definition of government and a comparison between state and government, followed by additional questions on various government systems and structures. The paper assesses students' understanding of key concepts in political science, including parliamentary systems, legislative types, and forms of governance.

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The document is an examination paper for the course 'Elements of Government' at the National Open University of Nigeria. It includes instructions for answering questions, with Question 1 requiring a definition of government and a comparison between state and government, followed by additional questions on various government systems and structures. The paper assesses students' understanding of key concepts in political science, including parliamentary systems, legislative types, and forms of governance.

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NATIONAL OPEN UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA

PLOT 91, CADASTRASL ZONE, NNAMDI AZIKIWE EXPRESS WAY JABI VILLAGE-ABUJA
FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES

COURSE CODE: PAD 305


COURSE TITLE: Elements of Government
CREDIT UNIT: 3
TIME ALLOWED: 3HRS
INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Attempt Question One (1) and any other three (3) questions
2. Question 1 carries 25 marks, while the questions carry 15 marks each.
3. Present all points in coherent and orderly manner

QUESTIONS

1. a.Define and explain the concept of government. 10 marks


b. Describe and explain the similarities and differnces between a state
and a government

2.Outline and explain the merits and demerits of pariamentary system of


government.

3. Explain the terms Bicameral and Unicameral legislature. Give example


of at least a country that practice each.

4.what do you understand by typology of government? List and explain the


factors that determine types of government.

5. Write short notes on the following:

i. Monarchy

ii. Oligarchy

iii. dictatorship

iv. Democracy

6.What do you understand by Presidential system of government? Outline its


features.

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