Contemporary British society
What Contemporary British society means in Religious Studies GCSE, as defined for AQA.
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A pluralistic society where secular views, such as humanism, often contrast with religious stances on issues like nuclear deterrence or military intervention.
The modern world in which contrasting perspectives on issues exist, including secular, humanist, and diverse religious views that coexist.
The modern society in which students consider different beliefs and attitudes to religious and non-religious issues.
The modern setting in which contrasting perspectives on issues such as crime and punishment are found.
Topics that use Contemporary British society
- Subject content (AQA GCSE)
- Theme A: Relationships and families (AQA GCSE)
- Theme D: Religion, peace and conflict (AQA GCSE)
- Theme E: Religion, crime and punishment (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- Justice
- Agape
- Christianity in Britain
- Compassion
- Contrasting beliefs
- Deterrence
- Divine command
- Ethical arguments
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