S4 history new curriculum questions and answers

S4 history new curriculum questions and answers UNDERSTANDING THE BASIC HISTORY APPROACH IN THE COMPETENCE-BASED CURRICULUM. C B C – H i s t o r y s e m i n a r

SECTION A
ITEM 01
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In Butebo village, there is a very educated wealthy man. One of his children of fended an elder of the village. As a result of this, the elders have resolved that the child be punished in their traditional courts, but the father insists that the matter be handled by the public court. This has angered the elders.

Task
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Write an essay convincing the educated wealthy man to accept the elder’s decisions.
Expected responses:
Introduction:
The learner should identify the problem and define the concept (traditional local courts / traditional justice mechanisms) in the scenario;
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The wealthy man’s refusal to allow his son who disrespected the elders to resolve the issue in their traditional courts.
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Traditional transitional justice mechanism refers to the use of customary or indigenous methods and processes to address past injustice, promotes reconciliation and seek redress for victims in post-conflict or transitional societies.
Explain the reasons why the wealthy man should trust the elders to handle the case of his son as it will:
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There is fairness in tradition courts
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It is fast and saves time
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Traditional courts are flexible
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Help in preventing further conflicts/disrespect of elders
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It emphasizes reconciliation/promotes reconciliation
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Protect and promotes culture in Butebo village
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Reduces stigmatization because the process (traditional court proceeding) is a bit private.
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It will enable the victims (elders) to heal very quickly.
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It is cost effective as it doesn’t involve a lot of money
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It will promote forgiveness
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The offender will be given specific solutions depending on the offence
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It will promote good behaviors in society as this will serve as an example to other people
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Restores justice and relations among community members
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Promotes community involvement and consensus.