Semester 1 Exam Revision Guide Flashcards
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Define Liberal Democracy
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A view that the ideal political system should combine majoritarian democracy (rule by the people) with the protection of the political, legal and social rights of individuals and minority groups.
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List Features of Liberal Democracy
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Free and fair elections Majority rule Representative parliaments Accountable executives Open political participation Just and equitable legal systems.
3
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Define Democracy
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4
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Outline Features of a Democracy
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6
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Identify 2 non-democratic systems and their structures
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7
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Define “Representative” and “responsible” government. How is Australia both.
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8
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Define Separation of Powers
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9
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Define Separation of Powers
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10
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Define Federalism
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A government system in which the powers and responsibilities of government are divided between a national government and 2 or more state governments.
