History A-Level
Freedom Charter
What Freedom Charter means in History A-Level, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Freedom Charter
Check what you remember
Read the wording for your board, then hide it and explain Freedom Charter in your own words. Rough notes are fine. This is a self-check, with no mark or grade.
Reference: Pearson Edexcel
Adopted in 1955 at the Congress of the People, declaring that South Africa belongs to all who live in it.
Topics that use Freedom Charter
- The response to apartheid, c1948–59 (Pearson Edexcel A-Level)
Related terms
- Afrikaner culture and nationalism
- apartheid laws
- Defiance Campaign
- Growth of Afrikaner nationalism
- Impact of the Second World War
- International pressures for change
- pass laws
- Treason Trial (1956–61)
Using Freedom Charter in the exam
Check the command word and mark scheme for your exact question. After comparing your explanation with the reference, use the term in an answer on the linked topic. This practice does not predict an exam mark.
Practise History questions
Create a free account to answer exam-style questions on this topic and get feedback on your answers.
Start free
All History A-Level termsA week of Premium from your first lesson · Then the free plan continues · No card, no charge