Theory question 101
Rule of Law and Constituted AuthoritySection A: National Ethics, Discipline, Rights and Obligations
(a) List six characteristics of a society exhibiting law and order.
(b) Explain any three of the characteristics mentioned in (a) above.
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(a) Any six:
Obedience to laws and constituted authority.
Peace and security of lives and property.
Respect for the rights of others.
Orderly behaviour, e.g. queuing, obeying traffic rules.
Peaceful elections and peaceful settlement of disputes.
Low crime rate.
Accountability of leaders.
Tolerance of opposing views and religions.
Due process and justice.
(b) Three of the listed points explained, e.g.:
Obedience to law: citizens and leaders keep the law willingly, so there is little lawlessness.
Security: people move and do business freely without fear.
Peaceful settlement of disputes: conflicts go to courts or dialogue instead of violence.
List six, then explain three of the same ones.