the branch of state that is responsible for enforcing the law; it is composed of judges and other legal officials

fairness as a result of the application of the law, usually by a judge, in society

How does the justice system work elsewhere?

Citizenship

How are decisions made in other countries?

How do others govern?

Is the free press free everywhere?

How do citizens take action in democratic and non-democratic societies?

Are human rights really universal?

Do all nations work with international organisations?

Pupils explore how key democratic structures such as the justice system, the media and government operate across the globe and consider the impact this has on human rights and citizens ability to take action.

How do democratic systems work around the world?

Discriminatory behaviour or images, whether on the grounds of race, gender, disability, religion or belief or sexual orientation, or otherwise.

Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour

Subjects which particular individuals may be sensitive to, eg, adoption, migration, bereavement or death, divorce, poverty, deprivation.

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Depiction or discussion of violence or fighting, including threats of violence or the aftermath of violence.

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

the branch of the state that interprets the law

specific rules that have been set and must be followed by all citizens

Match the word to the correct definition.

What is one main role of the justice system?

All countries have fair and independent justice systems.

Justice systems vary depending on how a country is governed.

Some governments control their country's courts.

An independent judiciary helps protect human rights.

Which of the following is **false** about justice systems around the world?

In a {{}} country, the judiciary is more likely to be independent from government control.

to ensure courts always agree with the Government

to stop government control over legal decisions

Why is an independent judiciary important in a democracy?

It ensures judges make decisions based on personal beliefs.

It ensures the law is upheld fairly and consistently.

It ensures the Government can control court rulings.

How does an independent judiciary protect human rights?

Which of the following are features of a democracy in the UK?

citizens taking part in democracy by voting or campaigning

everyone, including leaders, must obey the law

power is divided between different branches of government

Match the democratic feature to its definition.

They are regularly questioned by Parliament and the public.

How are leaders held accountable in the UK?

Separation of powers exists to stop one branch of government becoming too {{}} and to ensure that power is shared between different institutions like Parliament, the courts and the executive.

by allowing only the Government to speak publicly

by protecting the right to free speech, protest and belief

by only protecting the rights of the leaders

by allowing protests and criticism of leaders

How do human rights protections help citizens express themselves in a democracy?

taking part in democracy by voting, campaigning and helping your community

staying out of politics and letting leaders decide everything

only following laws and avoiding conflict

Which of the following best describes active citizenship?

How does the justice system work elsewhere?

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