1B Pursuit of National Unity (Singapore)

Question 1

Language and Education policies

Answer 1

• Neutral language (English) adopted as official working language
• Recognition of Chinese, Malay, Tamil in order to satisfy the majority groups
• Promotion of mother tongue languages to teach patriotism, moral and civic values.

Question 2

National Ideology policies

Answer 2

• Singapore Shared Values
• Meritocracy as a way to recognise achievements of minorities

Question 3

Singapore Shared Values

Answer 3

Jan 1991

Question 4

Religious policies

Answer 4

• Article 15 (provides religious freedom)
• Maintenance of Religious Harmony Act

Question 5

Maintenance of Religious Harmony Act

Answer 5

1990