Religious Studies GCSE
Social cohesion
What Social cohesion means in Religious Studies GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Social cohesion
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Reference: AQA
Shared identity and mutual support fostered at the community level by practices such as celebrating Diwali or attending the mandir.
Topics that use Social cohesion
- Hinduism (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- Beliefs and practices
- British cultural context
- Expressions of faith
- Moral conduct
- Multi-faith society
- Plurality and diversity
- Religious diversity
- Sectarian traditions
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