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Difficulty: MediumThe Oath of Allegiance

When taking the Oath of Allegiance (or Affirmation) during a citizenship ceremony, the applicant promises to be faithful and bear true allegiance to His Majesty King Charles III and which of the following?

  1. his heirs and successors, according to lawAnswer
  2. B
    the United Kingdom and its democratic values
  3. C
    the elected government and the British people
  4. D
    the laws and traditions of the United Kingdom

Answer

The applicant promises to be faithful to the Monarch, his heirs and successors, according to law.
The official wording of the Oath of Allegiance (and the secular Affirmation) requires the applicant to swear (or affirm) that they will be faithful and bear true allegiance to the Sovereign and 'his heirs and successors, according to law'. This confirms the applicant's commitment to the constitutional monarchy.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the specific formal statement
The Oath of Allegiance (or Affirmation)
The question specifically asks about the commitment made during this part of the ceremony.
2
Recall the target of the Oath
The Sovereign (the King)
The Oath of Allegiance is a personal promise to the Monarch as the constitutional head of state.
3
Verify the exact legal wording following the Monarch's name
'his heirs and successors, according to law'
This phrase ensures the continuity of allegiance to the Crown.

Key Concept

The Oath of Allegiance wording and focus
Estimated Time:45s
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The Oath of Allegiance

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