1. Section C: Olympic Games: a global perspective
1. As a social force

2. 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

3. 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

4. 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