Theme A: Poltical Rights Flashcards
What underpins the political rights of citizens in the UK?
The political rights of citizens in the UK underpin its democratic values.
What is required from citizens to participate in political life?
Responsible action is required from citizens to participate in political life.
What is the foundation of the UK?
The UK is founded on fundamental rights, laws, and principles which all citizens should respect.
What type of democracy does the UK have?
The UK has a system of representative democracy.
What does representative democracy allow?
It allows a range of political and social views to be represented through different political parties.
What are examples of minority parties in the UK?
Examples of minority parties include the Monster Raving Loony Party and the British National Party.
What type of elections take place in the UK?
Free, confidential, and fair elections take place in the UK.
What do citizens do in elections?
Citizens elect representatives whose views they agree with to make decisions on their behalf.
Where do UK citizens go to cast votes?
UK citizens visit a polling station to cast votes.
What is a debated voting age in the UK?
Some argue the voting age should be lowered from 18 to 16.
Why do some argue for lowering the voting age?
At 16, citizens are considered responsible enough to give personal consent for medical treatment and to choose their GP.
What is a concern regarding the impact of elected parties on young voters?
Some argue that the party elected would be in power when 16-year-olds reach 18, impacting their lives significantly.
What is one key political right of adult citizens in the UK?
To vote in general elections for a Member of Parliament (MP) to represent them in the House of Commons at Westminster.
What is another political right of adult citizens in the UK?
To vote in local elections for councillors to represent them on the local council.
What is a political right related to referendums for adults in the UK?
To vote in referendums, with a single vote on a single issue.
What political right do some citizens in the UK have regarding devolved assemblies?
To vote for devolved assemblies and parliaments in some nations.
What is a political right related to local governance in some regions of the UK?
To vote for the Mayor and/or Police and Crime Commissioner in some regions.
What is a political right that allows citizens to run for office?
To stand for election as a local councillor, MP, Mayor, or Police and Crime Commissioner.
What right do all citizens have regarding protests?
All citizens have the right to protest.
What can citizens do to influence public policy?
Lobby a Member of Parliament.
What is one way citizens can organize to change public policy?
Form a pressure group.
What is a method citizens can use to campaign?
Organize a campaign including leaflets, posters, or social media.
What can citizens do to gather support for their cause?
Petition traditionally or online. If signatures exceed 100,000, the issue is considered for debate in Parliament.
What is one responsibility of citizens regarding voting?
To vote as a civic duty.
