Sheikh Zayed and the Beginnings of the Federal Council- MSC 8

What is Shura?

• A form of government

• A decision-making process involving discussion and thought

• A religious practice

• A form of judicial system

What does Shura allow ordinary people to do?

• Lead the country

• Control the government

• Avoid social participation

• Participate in decision-making

What is the purpose of Shura in the UAE?

• To divide the citizens

• To promote isolation

• To ensure citizens' needs are met

• To promote unfairness

Which historical event formalized Shura in the UAE?

• The independence of the UAE

• The formation of the Federal National Council

• The end of British rule

• The establishment of the UAE constitution

Where would people traditionally gather in the UAE to discuss issues?

• Schools

• Majlises

• Libraries

• Government buildings

What would happen in the majlis?

• Only business discussions would occur

• People would engage in political debates

• People would exchange knowledge and ideas

• Only military discussions would occur

What did Sheikh Zayed do every day in his majlis?

• Give speeches to citizens

• Listen and talk to people

• Host meetings with foreign leaders

• Plan military strategies

What did Sheikh Zayed believe the majlis contributed to?

• Dismantling culture

• Building harmony, cohesion, and solidarity

• Promoting international trade

• Creating division

What did Sheikh Zayed encourage the members of the Federal National Council to do?

• Follow government orders

• Limit discussions to certain topics

• Speak freely and express citizens' needs honestly

• Keep discussions private

What is the significance of the majlis in Emirati culture?

• A place for formal government meetings

• A place to spread knowledge and engage in discussions

• A private space for business discussions

• A place for religious rituals