The values and principles of the UK
Which of the following statements about democracy in the UK is correct?
- ○The UK became a democracy in 1066 when William the Conqueror introduced elections
- ○Democracy means government decisions are made by the monarch without public input
- ✓Democracy is a fundamental UK value, giving citizens the right to participate in choosing their government
- ○Only citizens who pay a certain level of tax are entitled to vote
Correct answer
Democracy is a fundamental UK value, giving citizens the right to participate in choosing their government
Democracy is a core value in the UK, and eligible citizens have the right to vote and to stand for election to choose their representatives.
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