Correct answer: A — The Council of Europe is separate from the EU. It has 47 member countries, including the UK, and is responsible for the protection and promotion of human rights in those countries. It has no power to make laws but draws up conventions and charters, the most well-known of which is the European Convention on Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms, usually called the European Convention on Human Rights.
Why this question matters
This question is drawn from the “The Values and Principles of the UK” section of the official Home Office handbook. Topics from this chapter make up a significant portion of the 24 questions in the real exam, so being able to answer this one comfortably is a small but real step towards passing on the day.
The accepted answer is A: “True”. Memorise the underlying fact rather than the option letter — the order of options changes between attempts, and the real exam may rephrase the question.
More questions from this chapter
- Participating in your community is a fundamental principle of British life.
- The Council of Europe has the power to make European laws
- The fundamental principles of British life include:
- What is your responsibility as UK citizen? Select TWO answers.
- Which of these is NOT a responsibility of British citizen?
Keep practising
- Take a full practice test on Values & Principles.
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