Chapter 1: Principles and values in British society today Flashcards
People from other countries who wish to become citizens of the United Kingdom have to do what as part of the process?
People from other countries who wish to become citizens of the United Kingdom have to undertake a citizenship test as part of the process
People from other countries who wish to become citizens of the United Kingdom have to undertake a citizenship test as part of the process.
There is a section of the book on which what?
There is a section of the book on which the test is based, entitled, ‘The values and principles of the UK’
People from other countries who wish to become citizens of the United Kingdom have to undertake a citizenship test as part of the process.
There is a section of the book on which the test is based, entitled, ‘The values and principles of the UK.’
What does it identify?
It identifies 5 fundamental principles of British life
The values and principles of the UK
The values and principles of the UK are:
- Democracy
- The rule of law
- Individual liberty
- Tolerance (and respect) of those with different faiths and beliefs
- Participation in community life
The 5 British values and principles of the UK are based upon what?
The 5 British values and principles of the UK are based upon:
- History
- Traditions
What expression is often quoted in the media and by politicians?
The expression ‘British values’ is often quoted:
- In the media
- By politicians
British values means those values associated with living in what?
British values means those values associated with living in:
- Modern-day Britain
- Contemporary British society
What are most values in any society based upon?
Most values in any society are based upon the: 1. Culture 2. Religious nature 3. History of that society
Most values in any society are based upon the culture, religious nature and history of that society.
What are many values and principles now?
Many values and principles are now:
- Seen as universal
- Identified in international law, or treaties
Whilst many people would agree with the broad principles of British society, there can be many different interpretations of what?
Whilst many people would agree with the broad principles of British society, there can be many different interpretations of what these:
1. Principles
2. Values
actually mean
Democracy
Democracy is a political system based upon the concept of people having the power to decide
Democracy is a political system based upon the concept of people having the power to decide.
The word ‘democracy’ comes from the ancient Greek words for what?
The word ‘democracy’ comes from the ancient Greek words for:
- ‘People’
- ‘Power’
What is a fundamental aspect of British life?
Democracy is a fundamental aspect of British life
Democracy is a fundamental aspect of British life.
All citizens should be able to what?
All citizens should be able to participate in the democratic process
Democracy is a fundamental aspect of British life.
Every voter’s vote should be what?
Every voter’s vote should be of equal importance