Unit 1 AOS1
Three ways of organising formal power within states is through ...
Federalism, responsible government or the separation of executive, legislative or judicial power.
A state has three elements. These are?
A state has three elements: territory, population, and sovereignty (government).
Territory – a defined geographical area.
Population – people who live within the borders.
Sovereignty/Government – authority to make and enforce laws independently.
Democratic principles and practices in Australia’s political system are expressed through ...
Free and fair elections, human rights, accountability and transparency, rule of law, active participation, equality, and division of powers between federal and state governments.
Populism is defined as ...
Populism is a political approach that claims to represent the ordinary people against a corrupt or out-of-touch elite. Populist leaders often use emotional appeals, simple slogans, and “us versus them” language to gain support, sometimes weakening democratic institutions or undermining expert advice and established political norms.
I am the Presidential Commissioner for Children's Rights in the Russian Federation ...
Maria Lvova-Belova
Key political actors in Australia include ...
Commonwealth and state governments, parliaments and leaders, political parties, the High Court of Australia, media, business, social movements and special interest groups.
Donald Trump is a realist. True or false?
True
'The Commonwealth of Australia does not adequately protect rights and freedoms.' Explain.
The Commonwealth of Australia does not adequately protect rights and freedoms because the Constitution only contains five express rights: freedom of religion, free interstate trade, protection against discrimination based on state residence, trial by jury for indictable Commonwealth offences, and compensation for property acquired by the Commonwealth. Most rights rely on legislation, not constitutional protection.
Name two totalitarian regimes ...
DPRK and Eritrea.
I was the leader of Sudan and have been charged with genocide ...
Omar al-Bashir
Define power ...
Power is the ability of A to get B to do something B would not otherwise do - through influence, persuasion, coercion, or control of resources and outcomes.
The perspectives of the USA and Canada in the current crisis in Haiti are?
USA (Trump Administration): Prioritises border security, halts aid, and urges regional partners to lead. Focuses on preventing migration, curbing gangs, and protecting U.S. interests over nation-building.
Canada: Advocates multilateral intervention, humanitarian aid and visas, and political stability through diplomacy. Supports Kenya-led mission, promotes democratic reform, and coordinates regional cooperation with CARICOM and the UN.
The Commonwealth is not responsible for?
The Commonwealth is not responsible for areas managed by the states, such as education, health services, transport, and law enforcement (unless they cross state or national borders). These fall under residual powers, which remain with the states under Australia’s federal system.
Name two populist leaders ...
Donald Trump and Viktor Orban.
I was sentenced to 9 years in jail by the ICC for desecrating cultural artefacts ...
What was the position of the Liberal Party in the debate over nuclear power?
The Liberal Party (as part of the Coalition with the Nationals) adopted a policy to support the introduction of zero-emissions nuclear power plants in Australia. They announced plans for multiple reactors (including on the sites of retiring coal-fired stations) with first commercial operation from around 2035.
Anthony Albanese has a cosmopolitan approach to world affairs. True or false?
True
Political donation laws in Australia are inadequate because disclosure thresholds are high, allowing large sums to go unreported; real-time reporting is absent, meaning voters learn donations long after elections; and foreign or corporate influence can still occur through loopholes and third-party groups. This weakens transparency and public trust in democracy.
The role of the ICC is ...
The role of the International Criminal Court (ICC) is to prosecute individuals responsible for the world’s most serious crimes — genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes, and aggression — when national courts are unable or unwilling to act. It upholds international justice and deters future violations of human rights.
I was recently arrested by the ICC for crimes against humanity of murder and attempted murder, allegedly committed on the territory of the Republic of the Philippines between 1 November 2011 and 16 March 2019 in the context of the ‘war on drugs’ campaign.
Rodrigo Duterte
Which political party supports raising the age of criminal responsibility to 14?
The Greens
What is one form of political power the US has used in the current migration crisis in the Americas?
One form of political power the United States has used in the current migration crisis is coercive power, shown through Trump’s strengthened border wall and intensified ICE raids. These actions were implemented through executive orders, using presidential authority to tighten immigration enforcement and deter unlawful border crossings.
What is liberal democracy?
A liberal democracy is a political system that combines free and fair elections with the protection of individual rights and freedoms. It limits government power through the rule of law, separation of powers, and independent courts, ensuring citizens can express opinions, choose leaders, and live without fear of oppression.
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) helps keep the global economy stable and fair. It makes sure countries follow agreed financial rules, lends money during crises, and encourages responsible spending and economic reform. By doing this, the IMF promotes cooperation, prevents economic collapse, and supports the international rules-based order that keeps trade and growth balanced.
The law that created the ICC is ...
The Rome Statute