2025 Pearson Edexcel GCSE Citizenship Paper 2 and Mark Scheme Combined (1CS0/02)

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Paper 2 is the second written examination of the Pearson Edexcel GCSE Citizenship Studies qualification (1CS0/02). It assesses students’ understanding of the active role of citizens, government, and society, focusing on how citizenship knowledge can be applied to real-world scenarios.

This paper complements Paper 1 (1CS0/01) and forms 50% of the total GCSE Citizenship grade.

✔ What the Paper Covers

Paper 2 emphasizes:

🏛️ Active Citizenship

The role and responsibilities of citizens
Participation in civic activities and decision-making
Volunteering, campaigns, and advocacy

📜 Government and Law

How laws are made and applied
Structure and function of government institutions
Rights and responsibilities under the law

🌍 Society and Community

Diversity, equality, and inclusion
Social cohesion and community initiatives
Issues affecting local, national, and global communities

📝 Application of Knowledge

Analysing case studies and scenarios
Making informed judgements about civic issues
Evaluating evidence, arguments, and perspectives

✔ Structure of the Paper

Multiple-choice questions to test knowledge
Short-answer questions to apply knowledge and understanding
Extended-response questions requiring analysis, evaluation, and justification
Scenario-based questions focusing on real-life citizenship issues

The paper assesses the following skills:

AO1 – Knowledge and understanding of citizenship concepts
AO2 – Application of knowledge to scenarios
AO3 – Analysis and evaluation of civic issues and actions

✔ Mark Scheme (Included in the Combined Document)

The combined question paper + mark scheme includes:

Correct answers for multiple-choice and short-answer questions
Model responses and guidance for extended and scenario-based answers
Mark allocation for knowledge, application, and evaluation
Examiner notes to ensure consistent and fair marking

The mark scheme emphasizes clear reasoning, accurate terminology, and evidence-based responses.

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Author	Proficient Academic Tutor
Published	09 Dec 2025
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