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What are the 4 ways to become a citizen of Singapore?
1. By descent- Requires at least one parent to be a citizen of the country.
2. By country of birth- Must be born in the country
3. By marriage- Must marry a citizen of the country
4. By naturalisation- Have immigrated to the country, lived there for a specific number of years. (Some countries require them to take test)
What is democracy
A system where people choose their representatives in a government.
What is constitution?
It is a collection of rules that determine the creation and operation of the government, it's organs and institutions.
Why is the constitution important?
Ensure that the rights are respected by law and by everyone in the country --> protects the well being of citizens
What are the 4 functions of the constitution?
1. Source of government's power- Constitution sets out the functions and powers of the various government organs such as the Legislature, Executive and Judiciary
- Power separated between various government organs and prevents concentration of power of a selected group.
3. Guards the basic rights of individuals- E.g. Freedom of speech in Article 14, freedom of religion in article 15.
2. Limits the government's power- Power separated between various government organs and prevents concentration of power of a selected group.3. Guards the basic rights of individuals- E.g. Freedom of speech in Article 14, freedom of religion in article 15.4. Protects minority interests- Constitution sets up the Presidential council for minority rights, examines all laws to ensure they do not disadvantage any racial or religious community.
4. Protects minority interests- Constitution sets up the Presidential council for minority rights, examines all laws to ensure they do not disadvantage any racial or religious community.
What are the 3 responsibilities of citizens?
1. Obey the laws
2. Don't discriminate other people of different ethnic group.
3. Participate in meaningful causes which contribute to the good of Singapore.
What is national identity?
1. Shared belief that we belong in the same country.
2. Shared aspects of a common way of life
3. Feel strongly about similar things as other Singaporeans.
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