Democracy
What does democracy mean?
Power to the people
When did Australia become a Federation?
1 January 1901
What are the three levels of government?
Local, State, Federal
What does social cohesion mean?
A society where people feel connected, safe, and respected
What does ‘rule of law’ mean?
Everyone must follow the law, including leaders
Name three countries we studied that are NOT democracies.
Iran, Russia, North Korea
What document explains how Australia is governed?
Australian Constitution
Which level of government manages taxation?
Federal
What is the purpose of laws in society?
To uphold social cohesion (protect freedoms/maintain order)
What are five principles of the rule of law?
Fairness, rationality, predictability, consistency, impartiality
What are four core principles of democracy in Australia?
Free elections, free speech, right to protest, rule of law, human rights
What are the three arms of government?
Parliament, Executive, Judiciary
Who was voted as our class president?
Abdul
Who is responsible for maintaining social cohesion?
EVERYONE
Name a country where the rule of law was broken, the leader, and what they did.
Russia
Putin
Extended term & Lifelong Immunity
What two Greek words does 'democracy' come from?
Demos and Kratia
What is the role of the Judiciary?
To interpret and apply the law
What is the difference between division of powers and separation of powers?
Division: Local, State, Federal
Separation: Parliament, Executive, Judiciary
Why is Australia called the “lucky country”?
Good weather, peaceful history, tolerant society
Where did the idea of rule of law come from?
A.V. Dicey
Name the Australian who was recently freed and is known for founding WikiLeaks.
Julian Assange
Who is Australia’s current Governor-General?
Sam Mostyn
What is the name of the voting system used for the House of Representatives? (HINT: We used this system to vote for class president)
Preferential Voting
What three issues is Victoria’s new Chief of Police targeting?
Tobacco wars, protest extremists, youth crime
Share one of your rule of law poems.
(Let's hear it!) :)