lesson 2 Flashcards
(9 cards)
What is social cohesion?
The willingness of members of society to cooperate with each other to survive and prosper.
How does law promote social cohesion?
By setting up guidelines for what is acceptable, creating boundaries for what is acceptable, and establishing ‘rule of law’.
What is one way individuals can promote social cohesion?
By following the law, which is described as ‘everyone doing their bit’.
What responsibility do individuals have regarding the law?
It is a responsibility of individuals to follow the law once they are aware of them.
What should individuals do if they believe the current law is unjust?
Campaign for a change.
How does the legal system promote social cohesion?
By ensuring that the institution exists to effectively create, implement, and enforce the law.
What role does Parliament play in promoting social cohesion?
Parliament represents the views of their voters when making decisions of lawmaking.
What is the role of the police in promoting social cohesion?
The police are made to protect rights and keep the community safe.
What is the function of the courts in the context of social cohesion?
The courts apply the law and determine through a functioning justice system whether an individual broke the law.
