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Oral question asked in the House of Lords, by Baroness Walmsley (Liberal Democrat). It was answered on Wednesday, 16 May 2007.


Schools: Ancient History

Question
My Lords, does the Minister agree that the study of the roots of our democracy through ancient history is crucial to the understanding of the importance of having a contested election rather than a coronation of the leader of the government?
Answer

My Lords, the Romans were also quite good at dictatorship and subverting established governments, so, as ever in history, you can take your pick.


Secondary information

Type
Oral question
Reference
692 c191 
Session
2006-07
Oral question type
Supplementary
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
Subjects
History GCE A-level
Link
View this Oral question on www.publications.parliament.uk