Lesson 23 of 84 · Citizenship
⭐ 30 XPDuties vs. Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities are important concepts in citizenship.
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Duties and responsibilities are important concepts in citizenship. Duties are actions that citizens are required to perform, such as obeying laws and paying taxes. Responsibilities, on the other hand, are actions that citizens should take to help their community, like voting or volunteering. Understanding the difference between these two helps us become active and engaged citizens, contributing positively to society.
Key Facts
Duties are required actions, like obeying laws.
Responsibilities are actions that benefit the community.
Being engaged helps improve society.
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1 of 2What are duties in citizenship?
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