Australia's Democratic Beliefs Flashcards

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Australia’s democratic beliefs

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Parliamentary democracy
The rule of law
Living peacefully
Respect for all individuals regardless of background

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Australia’ system of government

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Parliamentary democracy

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The power of the government comes from

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The Australian people because Australian citizens vote for people to represent the parliament

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The representatives in parliament mist

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Answer to the people, through elections, for the decisions they make

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Rule of law

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All Australians are equal under the law, it means no person, group or religious rules are above the law.

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Everyone must obey?

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The law, this includes government, community, religious leaders, policies and business people

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Living peacefully

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Australians are proud to live in a peaceful country with a stable system of government. Change should occur through discussion ls peaceful persuasion and democratic process

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Respect for all individuals regardless of background

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Australia’s democratic system is based on the principle that every individual, regardless of their background has rights and equality under the Australian law.call Australians are expected to treat each other with dignity and respect regardless of their race, country of origin, gender and sexual orientation

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Respect for all individuals regardless of background

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Australia’s democratic system is based on the principle that every individual, regardless of their background has rights and equality under the Australian law.call Australians are expected to treat each other with dignity and respect regardless of their race, country of origin, gender and sexual orientation

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