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QUESTION 5(a)
GS4
10 marks

“Refugees should not be turned back to the country where they would face persecution or human right violation.” Examine the statement with reference to ethical dimension being violated by the nation claiming to be democratic with open society.

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What the examiner wants

Examine: answer the exact PYQ as framed — ““Refugees should not be turned back to the country where they would face persecution or human right violation.” Examine the statement with reference to ethical dimension being violated by the nation claiming to be democratic with open society.” Treat each scoring limb separately instead of writing a general note on Refugees and Ethics.

ExamineGo into the details, test each point against evidence, and conclude on what it shows.

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  1. 1“Refugees should not be turned back to the country where they would face persecution or human right violation.” Examine the statement with reference to ethical dimension being violated by the nation claiming to be democratic with…≈55 words
  2. 2Support the Examine with directly relevant evidence/examples and end with a reasoned conclusion≈55 words

Open in about 20 words and close in about 20.

Answer plan

Interpret the concept/quotationExplain the ethical reasoningUse contrasting examplesConnect to public-service conductBalanced conclusion

Where marks usually go

  • Writing generally about Refugees and Ethics without directly resolving: ““Refugees should not be turned back to the country where they would face persecution or human right violation.” Examine the statement with reference to ethical dimension bein…”
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