How Singapore Built a Fairly Harmonious Society

The video discusses the 1964 race riots in Singapore, which led to significant communal tensions and contributed to Singapore's separation from Malaysia. In response, Singapore's leaders, including Lee Kuan Yew, implemented policies to promote multiracialism, such as establishing English as a common language and integrating public housing. Political measures like the Group Representation Constituency (GRC) system were introduced to ensure minority representation. Despite these efforts, challenges like income disparity and covert discrimination persist. Singapore continues to strive for racial harmony, commemorating the 1964 riots with Racial Harmony Day.

What event in 1964 significantly contributed to Singapore's separation from Malaysia?

• Economic recession

• Race riots

• Natural disaster

• Political elections

What was a major concern for Malaysians during the merger with Singapore?

• Religious differences

• Cultural dominance

• Economic supremacy of Chinese

• Language barriers

Which language was designated as the common language in Singapore to promote unity?

• Malay

• English

• Chinese

• Tamil

What policy was introduced in 1989 to ensure a mix of ethnic groups in public housing?

• Ethnic Integration Policy

• Multicultural Housing Act

• Diversity Housing Initiative

• Racial Harmony Policy

What is the purpose of the Group Representation Constituency (GRC) in Singapore?

• To control housing prices

• To ensure multiracial representation

• To regulate language use

• To promote economic growth

What was the significance of the 2017 presidential election in Singapore?

• It introduced a new voting system

• It was the first election with a female candidate

• It was the first election with online voting

• It was reserved for the Malay community

What is a criticism of ethnicity-based self-help groups in Singapore?

• They are ineffective

• They lack government support

• They emphasize racial issues

• They are too expensive

What is a current challenge in maintaining racial harmony in Singapore?

• Overpopulation

• Income disparities among ethnic groups

• Environmental issues

• Lack of educational institutions

What does Racial Harmony Day in Singapore commemorate?

• The first multiracial election

• The introduction of English as a common language

• The 1964 race riots

• The end of colonial rule

What has been a recent issue highlighting inequality in Singapore?

• Housing shortages

• Coronavirus outbreaks in dorms

• Traffic congestion

• Water scarcity