2025 OCR GCSE Citizenship Studies PAPER 1 QUESTION PAPER : Citizenship in perspective (J270/01

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OCR GCSE Citizenship Studies – Paper 1: Citizenship in Perspective (Question Paper) (J270/01) – 2025

This question paper assesses students’ understanding of the political and legal systems in the UK, democratic processes, and the role of citizens, as set out in the OCR GCSE Citizenship Studies (9–1) specification.

Paper 1 focuses on the foundations of citizenship, including:

Democracy and government in the UK – Parliament, the Prime Minister, the Cabinet, and devolved governments
The legal system and the law – criminal and civil law, courts, and the role of the judiciary
Rights and responsibilities – how laws protect citizens and how individuals can participate in society
Political participation – elections, voting, pressure groups, and the role of the media
The UK’s role in the world – international relations and global citizenship

The exam includes short-answer questions, source-based questions, and extended evaluative responses, requiring students to apply knowledge, analyse evidence, and justify opinions.

This question paper is ideal for revision practice, mock exams, classroom assessment, and independent study, helping students become familiar with exam structure, question styles, and key command words used in Citizenship exams.