Society and history4 min read
Sustainability in Norway
Sustainability is more than the environment. In Norway it means climate, nature, economy, welfare, fair distribution and future responsibility.
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Society and history
Norwegian society, history, democracy and values — the test background.
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Society and history6 min read
Freedom of religion in Norway: belief, life stance and the right to choose
Freedom of religion in Norway means the right to believe, not believe, change religion and practise belief within Norwegian law and others’ rights.
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Society and history5 min read
How to take part in democracy: hearings, duties and volunteering
You can influence Norwegian politics through hearings, parties and voluntary work. You also have a duty to follow the law and give correct information.
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Society and history6 min read
Digital judgement in Norway
Digital judgement is about source criticism, privacy, netiquette, fraud, artificial intelligence and responsible behaviour online.
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Society and history6 min read
Norwegian languages: Bokmål, Nynorsk and Sámi
Bokmål and Nynorsk are equal written standards of Norwegian. Sámi languages are Indigenous languages with special rights in Norway.
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Society and history6 min read
Norwegian public holidays and special days — and how they are celebrated
An overview of every Norwegian public holiday and "red day": Christmas, Easter, Pentecost, 1 and 17 May — and the rules for when shops are closed.
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Society and history5 min read
State, county and municipality in Norway: who is responsible for what?
A practical guide to Norway’s state, county municipality and municipality: who decides, what they handle, and where to ask for help.
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Society and history6 min read
Human rights in Norway: expression and anti-discrimination
A practical overview of human rights in Norway, the Constitution, ECHR, free expression, anti-discrimination rules and where to complain.
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Society and history5 min read
The welfare state in Norway: how tax-financed welfare works
A simple guide to Norway's welfare state: how tax and national insurance contributions fund health, school, pensions and NAV benefits through folketrygden.
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Society and history6 min read
How democracy works in Norway: the three branches of power explained
How does democracy work in Norway? Separation of powers between the Storting, the government and the courts, parliamentarism, elections and the King's role.
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Society and history4 min read
LGBTQ+ history and rights in Norway: from prohibition to equality
How did Norway go from criminalising homosexuality until 1972 to same-sex marriage and strong legal protection? An overview of LGBTQ+ history, rights and acceptance.
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Important dates in Norwegian history 2026: a revision list for the exam
Learn the most important dates in Norwegian history for Samfunnskunnskapsprøven (Social Studies Test). 17 May, 1814, 1905 and more – with memorisation tips for the exam.
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