Citizenship Studies GCSE
Accountability
What Accountability means in Citizenship Studies GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Accountability
The principle that those in power must answer for their actions and can be removed from office if they fail the public.
Topics that use Accountability
- Theme D: Power and influence (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
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Using Accountability in the exam
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