What is fundamental principle of British life?
- The rule of law✓
- The rule of the monarch
- The rule of the upper classes
- The rule of your local member of the Parliament (MP)
Answer: A — The rule of law
British society is founded on fundamental values and principles which all those living in the UK should respect and support. One of these principles is democracy. Other fundamental principles of British life include: The rule of law Individual liberty Tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs Participation in community life.
About this question
This is a free practice question from the The values and principles of the UK topic in the UK Values & Principles chapter. The opening material of the official handbook sets out the values applicants are asked to respect. Questions here are usually about what those values are and what accepting them means in practice.
The real Life in the UK Test has 24 multiple-choice questions and a 45-minute time limit, and you need 18 correct to pass. Practising a topic at a time is the quickest way to find the areas that still need work.