Government Structure
What type of government does Australia have?
Constitutional Monarchy
What is the primary role of the Prime Minister?
Leader of the majority party, oversees government operations
How often are federal elections held?
Every three years
What type of democracy does Australia follow?
Parliamentary Democracy
What is the lower house of Parliament called?
House of Representatives
Who is Australia's head of state?
The British Monarch
What does the Ministry & Cabinet do?
Makes key government decisions and implements policies
What must happen before a bill becomes law?
It must pass Parliament and receive royal assent from the Governor-General
What is the purpose of checks and balances?
To divide power among branches and prevent unchecked authority
What is the upper house of Parliament called?
Senate
How many houses does the Commonwealth Parliament have?
Two: House of Representatives and Senate
Who manages national affairs and creates laws?
Parliament
Who can dissolve Parliament?
The Governor-General
What is a key feature of a constitutional monarchy?
The monarch rules according to the constitution and does not have absolute power
Who is responsible for implementing government policies?
The Ministry
What is the role of the Governor-General?
Represents the Monarch, gives royal assent to laws, can dissolve Parliament
What government level is responsible for defense and foreign relations?
Federal Government
Who appoints government ministers?
The Prime Minister
What role does Parliament play in a democracy?
It represents the people and creates laws
How is the Prime Minister selected?
Leader of the majority party in Parliament
Who is the head of government in Australia?
The Prime Minister
Who appoints the Governor-General?
The Monarch
What is the name of the national Parliament?
The Commonwealth Parliament
What ensures that no single branch of government has too much power?
Separation of Powers
What approval is required for a bill to become law?
Royal Assent from the Governor-General