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Building a National Identity * Multi-Racialism * Common Practices * Bilingualism Multi-Racialism * policy which promotes equality among the races. * no special rights granted to any particular racial or religious group. Bilingualism * English is used as the language linking the different ethnic groups. * Mother Tongue is used to impart moral values & cultural traditions of each race. Common Practices * singing the National Anthem, taking the pledge & attending flag raising ceremony. * inculcates loyalty & national pride. Impacts Social: Equal opportunities for all, regardless of background. Hence, no one is discriminated against and everyone is seen as a valued member of the society, leading to a sense of national identity and a close bond. Social: Before Singapore got a national identity, it had a racial identity which sparked unhappiness as the majority racial groups had unfair advantages over the minor racial groups. With these policies however, a sense of national identity as Singaporeans is created leading to a harmonious living condition. Economic:...

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