Lesson One: British Values

Question 1

What is the definition of values?

Answer 1

Standards of behaviour that are accepted by society. These are based on culture, religious nature and history.

Question 2

What is the definition of principles?

Answer 2

Basic truths or ideas that underpin a system of beliefs of a society (like a code of conduct).

Question 3

What is democracy?

Answer 3

A fundamental aspect of British life. All citizens should be able to take part in voting and everyone’s vote should be equally important. There should also be fair, open and regular elections.

Question 4

What is the rule of law?

Answer 4

This value implies that no individual group is above the law. Police officers enforce the law, if the police believe there is evidence of any individual breaking the law they will be charged, appear at court in front of a jury and if found guilty they will receive a sentence.

Question 5

What is individual liberty?

Answer 5

This means that individuals are free to act according to their wishes, but if the actions they take are deemed illegal but the state they then face consequences through the legal system.

Question 6

What is tolerance?

Answer 6

This means that people respect and accept others with differing faiths or beliefs. This is vital for a multicultural society.