Starter quiz
- What does the rule of law ensure?
- that only elected officials must follow the law
- that everyone, including those in power, is subject to the same laws ✓
- that leaders can create their own rules when necessary
- that only serious crimes are subject to legal consequences
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- Which of the following was a purpose of Magna Carta?
- to give the king total control over his subjects
- to ensure the monarchy remained above the law
- to establish that no one, not even the king, was above the law ✓
- to abolish the monarchy and create a democracy
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- Match the terms with the correct definitions.
- rights⇔fundamental freedoms and protections guaranteed to all individuals ✓
- legislation⇔laws created by elected representatives ✓
- democracy⇔a system of government where citizens vote for their representatives ✓
- Which act was passed in 1998 to ensure citizens rights were protected?
- 'Human Rights' ✓
- Which of the following is a key characteristic of democratic governance?
- Laws are created by a single leader without input from citizens.
- Citizens can be exempt from laws if they disagree with them.
- Citizens elect representatives to create and enforce laws. ✓
- Only government officials are subject to the law.
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- What is a key feature of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)?
- It legally binds all governments to follow its principles.
- It sets a global standard for human rights, though it is not legally binding. ✓
- It only applies to democratic countries.
- It focuses solely on economic rights.
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Exit quiz
- Name the type of protest which involves citizens occupying an area, often by refusing to move.
- 'sit-in' ✓
- Which of the following statements is true about the right to protest in the UK?
- Citizens have the right to protest, but the Government can impose restrictions. ✓
- Protests are always allowed, even if they block emergency services.
- Protests are banned if they cause any inconvenience to public life.
- Citizens can protest at any time, anywhere, without restrictions.
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- Match the term with its correct definition.
- protest⇔a public action expressing disapproval, aimed at raising awareness ✓
- public order⇔the state of peace and security maintained by laws ✓
- citizen⇔a recognised member of a community with rights and responsibilities ✓
- Which of the following best explains why the right to protest is important in a democracy?
- It allows people to break laws when they disagree with the Government.
- It ensures that protests always result in immediate political change.
- It enables citizens to hold the Government accountable and demand change. ✓
- It allows people to cause serious disruption to services to raise awareness.
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- Which of the following situations would likely result in a lawful restriction on a protest in the UK?
- A protest that blocks emergency services and threatens public safety. ✓
- A protest that gathers in a public park with prior permission.
- A peaceful protest that does not block roads or disrupt public services.
- A peaceful march with advance notice given to the police.
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Key learning points
- The right to protest is a fundamental aspect of democratic participation.
- Protests can take many forms, including marches, sit-ins, and online activism.
- In a democracy, peaceful protest is an important mechanism to hold those in power accountable.
- Legal frameworks, such as public order laws, ensure protests remain peaceful and within the bounds of the law.
Common misconception
People can protest anytime and anywhere without any restrictions.
While the right to protest is fundamental in a democracy, it is subject to certain limitations. Protests must comply with laws regarding public safety and order, and respect the rights of others.
Keywords
Protest - a public demonstration or action expressing disapproval or objection to a policy, decision, or situation, often aimed at raising awareness or demanding change
Public order - the state of peace and security, where laws and regulations are followed to maintain the safety and functioning of communities without disruption or disorder
Citizen - a person who was born in a particular country and has certain rights or has been given certain rights because of having lived there
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