SECTION B
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1. Discuss factors which led to the proliferation of religions in Botswana (1
Freedom of Religion: Botswana allows people to follow any religion they
want. This has helped many different religions to grow in the country.
Missionaries: Long ago, people from Europe came to Botswana to spread
Christianity. They set up schools and tried to change some old practices.
Tribal Chiefs Converted: The leaders of local tribes started following
Christianity. When their people saw this, they also converted to Christianity.
Political Role of Missionaries: The people who came to spread Christianity
also helped in politics. They helped the tribal chiefs talk to the colonial rulers.
After Botswana became independent, some of these missionaries became
officials in the new government.
Many Religious Groups: There are many different religious groups in
Botswana. This includes Christians, Muslims, Hindus, and followers of the
local Badimo religion.
Immigration: People from other countries have come to work in Botswana.
These people often follow different religions, which has helped new religions
to spread in Botswana.
2. Account for the relevance of beliefs in ATR in contemporary Botswana (12)
Teaching Good Behavior: ATR teaches young people how to behave well. It
teaches them to respect older people, to value their community, and to live in a
way that doesn’t harm nature.
Cultural Identity: ATR is a big part of the culture for many people in Botswana. It
helps them feel connected to their ancestors and their traditions.
Fairness and Rights: ATR teaches people to be fair and to respect the rights of
others. It teaches the importance of community, respect for all life, and sharing
resources fairly.
Adapting to Change: ATR has been able to change and stay relevant in modern
times. For example, traditional festivals and rituals have changed to fit into
today’s world.
Spiritual Fulfillment: ATR helps people feel spiritually fulfilled. It helps them
understand the world, deal with life’s challenges, and find purpose and meaning.
Caring for the Environment: ATR teaches people to respect the environment and
use natural resources in a sustainable way. This is very important in today’s
world, where we are facing many environmental challenges.