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JAMB Government 2002 Question 16

Question 16

Federal, Unitary and Confederal Systems

The final interpretation of the provisions of a federal constitution is vested in the

  1. A.Council of State
  2. B.head of state
  3. C.highest court of the land
  4. D.highest legislative body.
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Answer: C (highest court of the land)

Explanation

In a federation the highest court (in Nigeria, the Supreme Court) is the final interpreter of the constitution and settles disputes between the levels of government.