Module 11 - National Ethics, National Integration and Ethnicity Flashcards
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What is national ethics?
A set of conduct and behaviors expected of every citizen, breach of which attracts punishment.
Defined as a system of morals, rules, and behavior that every community in a country must abide by.
List the national ethics values according to the Nigerian Constitution.
- Discipline
- Integrity
- Dignity of Labour
- Social Justice
- Religious Tolerance
- Self-reliance
- Patriotism
These values guide the behavior of citizens in Nigeria.
Define ethnicity.
The idea of belonging to a particular cultural, national, or racial group that shares elements like culture, religion, race, language, or place of origin.
What does ethnic identity encompass?
- Shared culture
- Religion
- Language
- Nationality
- Common ancestry
Ethnic identity is shaped by both ethnic affiliation and ethnic attribution.
What are the three main factors promoting ethnicity in Nigeria?
- Economic Factor
- Political Factor
- Cultural/Perceptual Factor
These factors contribute to the mobilization of ethnic groups in Nigeria.
What are some consequences of ethnicity?
- Communal conflict
- Political violence
- Religious violence
- Discrimination
- Underdevelopment
- Waste of resources
Define national integration.
The awareness of a common identity among the citizens of a country, despite differences in communities, castes, religions, cultures, and languages.
What are the aims of national integration?
- Increase the feeling of brotherhood
- Reduce differences in religion, region, race, culture
- Promote tolerance and harmony
National integration aims to foster unity among diverse groups.
What factors affect national integration?
- Ethnic Diversity
- Structural Imbalance
- Language multiplicity
- Nepotism
- Corruption
What is a key factor that promotes national integration?
Formation of political parties with a national outlook.
Fill in the blank: Norms are rules or standards of behavior shared by members of a _______.
[social group]
Differentiate between formal norms and informal norms.
- Formal norms: Specifically taught, include laws and mores
- Informal norms: Learned by observation, include customs and folkways
List some basic Nigerian norms.
- Respect for elders
- Hospitality
- Modest dressing
- Direct and indirect communication
- Respectful language
What are some basic Nigerian values?
- Patriotism
- Honesty
- Integrity
- Loyalty
- Hard work
- Respect for tradition
True or False: Ethnicity only has positive consequences in Nigeria.
False
What is the effect of nepotism on national integration?
It creates a sense of inequality and can lead to national disunity.
What role does the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Scheme play in national integration?
It promotes inter-ethnic relationships by encouraging corps members to serve outside their cultural areas.
What is national ethics?
A set of conduct and behaviors expected of every citizen, breach of which attracts punishment.
Defined as a system of morals, rules, and behavior that every community in a country must abide by.
List the national ethics values according to the Nigerian Constitution.
- Discipline
- Integrity
- Dignity of Labour
- Social Justice
- Religious Tolerance
- Self-reliance
- Patriotism
These values guide the behavior of citizens in Nigeria.
Define ethnicity.
The idea of belonging to a particular cultural, national, or racial group that shares elements like culture, religion, race, language, or place of origin.
What does ethnic identity encompass?
- Shared culture
- Religion
- Language
- Nationality
- Common ancestry
Ethnic identity is shaped by both ethnic affiliation and ethnic attribution.
What are the three main factors promoting ethnicity in Nigeria?
- Economic Factor
- Political Factor
- Cultural/Perceptual Factor
These factors contribute to the mobilization of ethnic groups in Nigeria.
What are some consequences of ethnicity?
- Communal conflict
- Political violence
- Religious violence
- Discrimination
- Underdevelopment
- Waste of resources
Define national integration.
The awareness of a common identity among the citizens of a country, despite differences in communities, castes, religions, cultures, and languages.
