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Why do rules matter in a democracy? This quiz looks at the rule of law, how courts keep decisions fair, and why leaders must follow the same laws as everyone else.

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Fascinating Fact:

The rule of law means everyone must follow the law, including people in government. Courts can review whether decisions are lawful, and can overturn some actions if rules were not followed.

In KS3 Citizenship, the rule of law helps explain how the UK is governed and how power is limited. You learn how laws are made and applied, and how courts can challenge unfair or unlawful decisions.

Key Terms

Rule of law: The idea that laws apply to everyone and must be enforced fairly.
Justice: Fair treatment and fair outcomes, based on evidence and clear rules.
Judicial review: When a court checks if a public body acted lawfully and followed proper process.

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What does the rule of law mean in Citizenship?

In Citizenship, the rule of law means everyone is subject to the same laws, laws are applied fairly, and people can use courts to challenge decisions that break legal rules.

Why is the rule of law important in the UK?

The rule of law is important because it protects rights, prevents people in power from acting above the law, and helps ensure decisions are made using fair procedures.

Can courts stop the government from doing something?

Courts can sometimes stop or change a government or council decision if it was made unlawfully or unfairly. This does not replace elections, but it helps keep decisions within the law.

Try These Related Quizzes

1 .

Which of the following are members of the House of Lords?

Lords Agnostic

Lords Atheist

Lords Christian

Lords Spiritual

The other members are called Lords Temporal

2 .

What must you be to earn the title Lords Spiritual?

Roman Catholic

Royalty

Senior bishop

Wealthy

The maximum number of Lords Spiritual is 26

3 .

Which two parties merged in 1988 to become the Liberal Democrat Party?

The Labour Party and the Green Party

The Liberal Party and the Social Democrat Party

The Scottish National Party and the Liberal Party

The Social Democrat Party and the Conservatives

They had similar political views and joined together to try to win more seats in Parliament

4 .

Which Party traditionally wear blue rosettes at elections?

The Green Party

The Conservative Party

The Labour Party

The Liberal Democrats

Some parties sell rosettes to their supporters to raise money

5 .

What are members of the Conservative Party informally known as?

Bogies

Ponies

Tonies

Tories

It used to be called the Tory Party

6 .

'Suffragette' derives from the word 'suffrage'. What does suffrage mean?

Femininity

Flight

Sufferance

The right to vote

Suffragette was a nickname for the Womens Social and Political Union. The word was invented by a newspaper at the time they were active

7 .

How often do General Elections have to be held?

Every year

Every 5 years

Every 10 years

Every 15 years

They can be held sooner, but 5 years is the maximum term in office

8 .

Parties publish a booklet outlining promises and plans if they are elected. What is this booklet called?

Green Paper

Manifesto

Summary

White Paper

Not all the promises are kept!

9 .

At what age can you vote in a General Election?

Before 1969, the minimum voting age was 21

10 .

Where do you go to place your vote?

Cinema

London

Polling station

Supermarket

These are often set up in public buildings like schools and libraries but can be anywhere. If you answered cinema or supermarket you may be right, but they are not the best answer from the four options. When you have finished your revision, why not search the Internet for unusual polling stations?

Author: Frank Evans (Specialist 11 Plus Teacher and Tutor)

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