UI Post-UTME Government 2024 (Model questions) Question 16

Question 16

Presidential and Parliamentary Systems

Which of the following best describes a "vote of no confidence"?

  1. A.A legal process of removing a president.
  2. B.A parliamentary resolution disapproving of government policies.
  3. C.A court order invalidating an election.
  4. D.A military intervention in governance.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (A parliamentary resolution disapproving of government policies.)

Explanation

A vote of no confidence is passed by parliament to show it no longer supports the government; it can force the government to resign.