Hist 0121: Studies In Government And Constitutional History Question Paper
Hist 0121: Studies In Government And Constitutional History
Course:Diploma In Education Arts
Institution: Chuka University question papers
Exam Year:2013
CHUKA
UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS
FIRST YEAR EXAMINATIONS FOR THE AWARD OF DIPLOMA IN EDUCATION ARTS
HIST 0121: STUDIES IN GOVERNMENT AND CONSTITUTIONAL HISTORY
STREAMS: DIP (EDUC) Y1S2 TIME: 2 HOURS
DAY/DATE: MONDAY 22/4/2013 8.30 AM – 10.30 AM
INSTRUCTIONS:
ANSWER QUESTION ONE AND ANY OTHER TWO QUESTIONS.
1. (a) Define the term “government” and show its key aspects. [10 Marks]
(b) Discuss the roles of the constitution. [10 Marks]
(c) Analyse the mythical aspects of government in ancient Egypt. [10 Marks]
2. With relevant examples, discuss the main characteristics of the following systems of government in the contemporary world.
(i) Absolutism [5 Marks]
(ii) Monarchy [5 Marks]
(iii) Military regime [5 Marks]
(iv) Federalism [5 Marks]
3. (a) Analyse the key aspects of the colonial system of government in Kenya.
[10 Marks]
(b) Discuss the main features of an Islamic theocratic state. [10 Marks]
4. With relevant examples, show how the socialism system of government has been practised. [20 Marks]
5. Explain the key stages involved in the constitution making process in Kenya since independence. [20 Marks]
6. Show how the Magna Carta in Medieval England became the basis of the parliamentary system of government. [20 Marks]
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