CRS JSS 2 SECOND TERM EXAMINATION

THEORY:

Answer any four (4) questions, all questions carry equal marks.

1(a) List two  (2) functions  of the Judiciary

(b) List Two (2) functions of legislative

(c) Explain the two types of  democracy

2(a) What is the Rule of Law

(b) List Ten (10) Democracy countries of the world

(c) what is human rights

3 Write short note on the following :-

(a) Independence of the judiciary

(b) INEC

(c) Constitution

4(a) What is parable

(b) Mention three (3) parables of Jesus recorded in the bible

(c)State two reasons why Jesus spoke in parables

5a. Narrate the parable of the ten virgins

1. Narrate the parable of the wheat and fares
2. Mention Five (5) importance of the parable of the lost sheep / coin

Question 1

(a) List two functions of the Judiciary:

1. Interpretation of Laws: The judiciary interprets and applies the law in the name of the state, ensuring that laws are followed and disputes are resolved.
2. Protection of Rights: The judiciary protects the rights and freedoms of individuals by ensuring that the laws are applied fairly and consistently.

(b) List two functions of the Legislative:

1. Law Making: The legislative body is responsible for making and enacting laws that govern the country.
2. Budget Approval: The legislative approves the government’s budget, determining how public funds will be allocated and spent.

(c) Explain the two types of democracy:

1. Direct Democracy: In a direct democracy, citizens have the direct power to decide on laws and policies through voting on specific issues rather than through elected representatives. It is practiced in small communities or organizations where individuals can gather to discuss and vote on matters directly.
2. Representative Democracy: In a representative democracy, citizens elect representatives who make decisions on their behalf. The elected officials are accountable to the people and must act in their interests, creating laws and policies that reflect the will of the majority.

Question 2

(a) What is the Rule of Law?
The Rule of Law is a principle that all individuals, institutions, and entities, public or private, including the government, are accountable to laws that are: publicly promulgated, equally enforced, and independently adjudicated, and consistent with international human rights principles.

(b) List ten democracy countries of the world:

1. United States of America
2. United Kingdom
3. Canada
4. India
5. Germany
6. Australia
7. Japan
8. South Korea
9. Brazil
10. France

(c) What is Human Rights?
Human rights are fundamental rights and freedoms that belong to every person in the world, from birth until death. These rights are inherent to all human beings, regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnicity, language, religion, or any other status. Human rights include the right to life, freedom of speech, equality before the law, and the right to education, among others.

Question 3

Write short notes on the following:

(a) Independence of the Judiciary:
The independence of the judiciary refers to the concept that the judicial branch of government should be free from undue influence from the executive and legislative branches, as well as from private or political pressures. An independent judiciary ensures fair and impartial administration of justice, where judges can make decisions based on the law without fear of retaliation or corruption.

(b) INEC:
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is the electoral body in Nigeria responsible for overseeing the conduct of elections in the country. INEC’s duties include voter registration, monitoring political parties, organizing and conducting elections, and announcing results. The commission ensures that elections are free, fair, and credible.

(c) Constitution:
A constitution is a system of fundamental principles or established precedents according to which a state or other organization is governed. It defines the structure, powers, and duties of government institutions and sets out the rights and duties of citizens. The constitution is the supreme law of the land, and all laws and government actions must conform to it.

Question 4

(a) What is a parable?
A parable is a simple story used to illustrate a moral or spiritual lesson. Parables often use everyday events or situations that are familiar to the audience to convey deeper truths, typically about human behavior, ethics, or the nature of God’s kingdom.

(b) Mention three parables of Jesus recorded in the Bible:

1. The Parable of the Good Samaritan
2. The Parable of the Sower
3. The Parable of the Lost Sheep

(c) State two reasons why Jesus spoke in parables:

1. To Simplify Complex Ideas: Jesus used parables to make complex spiritual truths more accessible and easier to understand for the general population.
2. To Engage the Audience: Parables were an effective way to engage listeners, provoking thought and reflection, leading them to discover the truths on their own.

Question 5

(a) Narrate the Parable of the Ten Virgins:

The Parable of the Ten Virgins, found in Matthew 25:1-13, tells the story of ten virgins who were waiting for the bridegroom to arrive for a wedding feast. Five of the virgins were wise and brought extra oil for their lamps, while the other five were foolish and did not. When the bridegroom was delayed, the foolish virgins’ lamps ran out of oil, and they had to leave to buy more. While they were gone, the bridegroom arrived, and the wise virgins went in with him to the wedding feast. The door was shut, and the foolish virgins were left outside. The parable emphasizes the importance of being prepared and vigilant for the coming of God’s kingdom.

(b) Narrate the Parable of the Wheat and Tares:

The Parable of the Wheat and Tares, found in Matthew 13:24-30, is about a man who sowed good seed in his field. However, while his servants slept, an enemy came and sowed tares (weeds) among the wheat. When the wheat began to grow, the tares also appeared. The servants asked the man if they should pull up the tares, but he instructed them to let both grow together until the harvest. At the time of harvest, the reapers would first gather the tares to be burned and then gather the wheat into the barn. This parable illustrates the coexistence of good and evil in the world and God’s final judgment.

(c) Mention five importance of the Parable of the Lost Sheep/Coin:

1. God’s Love for the Lost: The parable shows that God cares deeply for those who are lost and will go to great lengths to bring them back.
2. The Joy of Repentance: There is great joy in heaven when even one sinner repents and returns to God.
3. Value of Each Individual: Every person is valuable to God, and no one is beyond redemption.
4. God’s Relentless Pursuit: God actively seeks out the lost, just as the shepherd searches for the lost sheep and the woman searches for the lost coin.
5. Encouragement to Believers: The parable encourages believers to be persistent in seeking out those who are lost and to rejoice when they are found.