Section C: Olympic Games: a global perspective 1. As a social force.
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Section C: Olympic Games: a global perspective
1. As a social force
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Syllabus
• The concept of an international athletic festival to act as a social force
• Athletes from all over the world meeting and competing irrespective of colour, race, creed, and political belief
• The promotion of international understanding, and appreciation of cultural diversity
• Concept of a supreme mental and physical challenge• Fair play ideals • Ideals of peace, harmony, and co-operation to
transcend political barriers
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As a social force – positive
• Athletes compete irrespective of colour, race creed, and political belief
• Promotion of international understanding • Cultural diversity – celebration of cultures and
ethnicities • Supreme physical and mental challenge • Fair play (sportsmanship)• Promotes peace and harmony • Encourage mass participation in sport
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As a social force – negative
• Rumours of widespread drug taking • Win at all costs ethic / cheating • Terrorist infiltration • Government interference for the country’s
own ends • Athletes being used as pawns for their
governments • Host country human rights issues