CSS 103 CBT PRACTICE : Undergragra

CSS 103

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1. The role of the extended family in pre-colonial Nigeria included:

A. Organizing political campaigns

B. Collecting taxes for the government

C. Conducting military operations

D. Enforcing social norms and behavior

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2. One major reason for the establishment of social control is to:

A. Promote technological advancements

B. Prevent societal disintegration

C. Increase economic competition

D. Strengthen political campaigns

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3. A significant challenge affecting the Nigeria Police Force is:

A. Advanced equipment

B. Political interference

C. Adequate funding

D. Overstaffing

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4. The introduction of Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) in Nigeria aims to:

A. Promote traffic regulation

B. Reduce police discretion

C. Assist in crime prevention and detection

D. Monitor police activities

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5. The Nigeria Police Force Headquarters is located in:

A. Lagos

B. Port Harcourt

C. Kano

D. Abuja

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6. The concept of "folkways" refers to:

A. Rituals and traditions that regulate behavior

B. Strict moral rules

C. Legal norms enforced by courts

D. Scientific discoveries

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7. The Nigeria Police Force operates at how many levels of government in the country?

A. Three levels

B. Four levels

C. Two levels

D. One level

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8. The type of social control regulated by customs, traditions, and mores is:

A. Informal

B. Formal

C. Institutional

D. Legal

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9. One key factor contributing to police inefficiency in Nigeria is:

A. Shortage of advanced investigative tools

B. Excessive recruitment of personnel

C. Lack of public cooperation

D. Over-reliance on traditional methods

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10. Social control is crucial for preventing:

A. Economic recession

B. Technological development

C. Anarchy and disorder

D. Electoral processes

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11. The practice of police officers demanding bribes at checkpoints is an example of:

A. Corruption

B. Proper law enforcement

C. Procedural fairness

D. Community policing

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12. One goal of the 'G' Department in the Nigeria Police Force is to:

A. Enhance the use of technology in policing

B. Oversee police budgets

C. Draft national security policies

D. Conduct criminal trials

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13. The body responsible for supervising all police activities in Nigeria is the:

A. Ministry of Justice

B. National Assembly

C. Federal Road Safety Corps

D. Office of the Inspector-General of Police

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14. The police department responsible for logistics and supply manages:

A. Training programs

B. Purchase of uniforms and vehicles

C. Crime investigations

D. Community outreach

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15. One significant duty of the police during elections is to:

A. Supervise voter registration

B. Conduct campaigns

C. Support political parties

D. Ensure free and fair voting

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16. The term "discretion" in policing refers to:

A. The ability to make decisions based on judgment

B. Adhering to strict guidelines

C. Refusing to handle certain cases

D. Avoiding all public interactions

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17. The main agency responsible for law enforcement in Nigeria is:

A. Nigerian Army

B. Nigeria Police Force (NPF)

C. Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC)

D. Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC)

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18. The 1999 Nigerian Constitution provides for the establishment of:

A. The Nigeria Police Force

B. Independent local police forces

C. Community vigilante groups

D. State military organizations

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19. One major reason for inadequate manpower in the Nigeria Police Force is:

A. Limited recruitment opportunities

B. Over-reliance on technology

C. Strict educational requirements

D. High rate of resignations

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20. One of the statutory functions of the Nigeria Police Force is to:

A. Develop infrastructure

B. Maintain law and order

C. Conduct public opinion surveys

D. Create new laws

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21. The Hausa Constabulary was significant because it:

A. Led anti-corruption campaigns

B. Enforced labor laws

C. Drafted the Nigerian Constitution

D. Functioned as a military-style police force

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22. The Nigeria Police Force Constitutionally derives its authority from:

A. Federal Ministry of Defense

B. 1999 Constitution of Nigeria

C. United Nations Charter

D. African Union Resolutions

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23. The primary duty of the police in criminal investigations includes:

A. Apprehending offenders

B. Conducting trials

C. Presiding over court cases

D. Drafting legal documents

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24. The police department responsible for training in Nigeria is labeled as:

A. 'E' Department

B. 'A' Department

C. 'C' Department

D. 'F' Department

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25. The Nigeria Police Force primarily depends on what type of funding?

A. Federal government allocations

B. State budgets

C. International grants

D. Community donations

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26. Police brutality often stems from:

A. Poor working conditions

B. High public trust

C. Adequate resources

D. Effective training

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27. A significant feature of the community policing model is:

A. Reduced community involvement

B. Increased military presence

C. Centralized law enforcement

D. Stronger connection between police and community

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28. Formal social control is mainly exercised by:

A. Family members

B. Religious leaders

C. Peer groups

D. Government institutions

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29. The Nigerian Constitution limits the police to:

A. Creating new policies independently

B. Operating within specified jurisdictions

C. Handling foreign relations

D. Enforcing state laws only

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30. Informal social control mechanisms in African societies often included:

A. Satirical masquerades

B. Government tribunals

C. Police patrols

D. Legal proceedings

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31. Police corruption typically includes:

A. Educational campaigns

B. Community engagement

C. Regular training

D. Illegal roadblocks for bribe collection

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32. The main reason for providing modern firearms to the police is to:

A. Reduce police corruption

B. Promote community policing

C. Increase the visibility of officers

D. Enhance their ability to handle security threats

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33. The role of the church as an agent of social control involves:

A. Enforcing constitutional laws

B. Resolving labor disputes

C. Teaching moral values and ethics

D. Organizing community patrols

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34. A unique characteristic of pre-colonial policing was:

A. Use of spiritual and community-based methods

B. Formation of military alliances

C. Strict adherence to international laws

D. Heavy reliance on foreign forces

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35. The Nigeria Police Force was first established in:

A. 1861

B. 1891

C. 1900

D. 1930

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36. The term "law enforcement" primarily refers to the activity of:

A. Enforcing contracts

B. Enforcing societal rules and norms

C. Educating citizens on their rights

D. Creating laws for society

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37. Police discretion is important because it allows officers to:

A. Make decisions suitable for specific situations

B. Enforce laws selectively

C. Punish citizens without trials

D. Report directly to community leaders

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38. Community policing emphasizes:

A. Military enforcement

B. Police autonomy

C. Collaboration with community members

D. Restriction of civilian participation

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39. Informal social control mechanisms in traditional African societies include:

A. Judicial trials

B. Police interventions

C. National constitutions

D. Oath-taking and ostracism

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40. The effectiveness of policing is measured by:

A. Increased crime rates

B. Public complaints about officers

C. Police autonomy

D. Citizen satisfaction and safety perception

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