The five principles
The Rukun Negara has five principles that every Malaysian should follow:
- Belief in God (Kepercayaan kepada Tuhan)
- Loyalty to King and Country (Kesetiaan kepada Raja dan Negara)
- Supremacy of the Constitution (Keluhuran Perlembagaan)
- The Rule of Law (Kedaulatan Undang-undang)
- Courtesy and Morality (Kesopanan dan Kesusilaan)
The aims
The principles work toward important goals: to build unity among the people, to keep a democratic way of life, to create a just society where wealth is shared fairly, to respect our many cultures, and to build a progressive society that uses modern science and technology.
Key idea
Five principles, one goal: to help all Malaysians live together in unity, fairness and peace.
Remember
- Principle 1: Belief in God.
- Principle 2: Loyalty to King and Country.
- Principles 3–5: Supremacy of the Constitution, Rule of Law, Courtesy and Morality.