civics and citizenship

Question 1

what role is the united nations

Answer 1

maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations and promoting social progress, better living standards and human rights.

Question 2

the outcome of the day of mourning

Answer 2

significant event in the Aboriginal civil rights movement in Australia. it marked a protest against the treatment of Indigenous Australians and a demand for rights and recognition.

Question 3

the outcome of the 1967 referendum

Answer 3

1967 Referendum resulted in significant constitutional changes that enhanced federal power over Aboriginal affairs, symbolized recognition of Indigenous Australians, and acted as a catalyst for further activism and reform in the pursuit of equality and rights.

Question 4

the outcome of freedom rights

Answer 4

drew national attention to the racisim and discrimination faced by aboriginal australians.

Question 5

the outcome of the MABO

Answer 5

the high courts ruling recognised the concept of native title, afiriming the aboriginal and torres strait islanders have right to land based on their traditional laws.

Question 6

leader responsible for the day of mourning and date it took place

Answer 6

william cooper
26 january 1938

Question 7

leader responsible for freedom ride and date it took place

Answer 7

charles perkins
4 May 1961

Question 8

leader responsible for MABO and the date it took place

Answer 8

Eddie Mabo
3 June 1992

Question 9

points on Martin Luthor King

Answer 9

• Leader in the american civil rights movement
• Advocate for nonviolence resistance
• Famous for his i have a dream speech
• Focused on racial equity and justice.

Question 10

points on charles perkins

Answer 10

• Indigenous Australian civil rihts activist
• Leader of freedom rights in Australia advocating for Aboriginal rights
• Worked towards social justice and improved living conditions for indigenous australians

Question 11

points on Eddie Mabo

Answer 11

• key figure in the Mabo vs Queenslanad which recognised the native title
• advocate for land rights and indigenous heritage

Question 12

discuss the system of government that Australia follows

Answer 12

Australia follows the system of federal parlimentary democracy , which combines elements of both federalisim and parlimentary governance

Question 13

the difference between seperation of powers and division of powers

Answer 13

Separation of powers focuses on the distribution of functions within a single level of government.
Division of powers focuses on the allocation of authority between different levels of government.

Separation of powers aims to prevent abuse of power within the same government.
Division of powers aims to balance power between central and regional governments.

Question 14

describe how an asian country previously studied demonstrated seperation of powers/division of powers

Answer 14

Japan exemplifies the separation of powers through its structured government, which includes three distinct branches: the executive, legislative, and judicial. The executive branch is led by the Prime Minister and the Cabinet, responsible for implementing laws. The legislative branch, known as the Diet, is bicameral, comprising the House of Representatives and the House of Councillors, which make and pass laws. The judicial branch is independent, with the Supreme Court interpreting the constitution and reviewing legislation. This division ensures that each branch operates within its own powers, providing checks and balances to prevent any one branch from dominating the others, thereby promoting democratic governance.

Question 15

how do we safeguard australian democracy

Answer 15

safeguarding australian democracy requires a commitment to the law, independent judicary, free and fair election, protection of human rights, civic education. These elements help ensure a resilient democracy.

Question 16

how can australia be threatend from within australia

Answer 16

Australian democracy faces potential threats from within through political polarization, corruption, erosion of civil liberties, disinformation, voter suppression, weakening of institutions, failure to address inequality, populism, and internal conflict. Addressing these challenges is crucial to maintaining a healthy and resilient democratic system.