Senior Secondary (HKDSE) · Citizenship and Social Development

The meaning and implementation of “one country, two systems” : Practice Questions

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Question 1

1 mark

Under the principle of "one country, two systems," the Basic Law of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region primarily serves what function?

Question 2

1 mark

Which of the following is NOT listed in the curriculum as a core aspect of the significance of the rule of law in Hong Kong?

Question 3

1 mark

The Basic Law guarantees fundamental rights and freedoms for Hong Kong residents, but it also implies certain duties. In the context of maintaining the constitutional order of the HKSAR under "one country, two systems," what is the fundamental duty of Hong Kong residents regarding the safeguarding of national security and the rule of law?

Question 4

1 mark

What does the "one country" aspect of "one country, two systems" primarily refer to?

Question 5

1 mark

The constitutional relationship between the Central Authorities and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) under "one country, two systems" is established by the Constitution and the Basic Law. Which statement accurately defines the Central Authorities' core position regarding jurisdiction and autonomy?

Question 6

2 marks

What are the two primary constitutional documents that together form the legal basis for the governance of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) under the 'one country, two systems' principle?

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Question 7

3 marks

Describe a primary objective of the National Security Law for Hong Kong, aside from directly punishing specific crimes.

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Question 8

4 marks

The political structure of the HKSAR is described as executive-led. Briefly explain the dual function of the Chief Executive (CE) in this structure that makes it uniquely suitable for operationalising the "one country, two systems" principle.

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Question 9

4 marks

The return of Hong Kong to China was the result of a series of diplomatic efforts and agreements between the Chinese and British governments.

(a) Identify the two countries that were involved in the negotiations over the question of Hong Kong. (1 point)
(b) In which year did the People's Republic of China officially resume the exercise of sovereignty over Hong Kong? (1 point)
(c) Name the joint declaration signed by the two governments in 1984 regarding the future of Hong Kong. (1 point)
(d) What is the fundamental principle proposed by China to maintain Hong Kong's existing capitalist system and way of life? (1 point)

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Question 10

5 marks

The constitutional relationship between the Central Authorities and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) is founded upon the principle that China has indisputable sovereignty and jurisdiction over Hong Kong, yet the HKSAR is authorized to exercise a high degree of autonomy.

(a) Briefly explain what is meant by China having “indisputable jurisdiction” over Hong Kong in the context of “one country, two systems.” (2 points)
(b) Discuss two areas, reserved for the Central Authorities by the Basic Law, that demonstrate the ultimate limits of the HKSAR’s high degree of autonomy. (3 points)

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