Sources of contemporary aus law: statute law Flashcards
What is the main role of parliament?
To draft and pass laws
What type of government does the Australian parliament represent?
Democratic and bicameral
Who is the protector of the constitution in the Australian parliament?
Governor General
What is the role of the Governor General in the legislative process?
Final approval for legislation (royal assent)
What is the upper house of the Australian parliament called?
Senate
What does the Senate do?
Reviews/amends legislation proposed by the House of Reps
What is the lower house of the Australian parliament called?
House of Representatives
What is the primary function of the House of Representatives?
Makes new laws and amends existing ones
What is the legislative process?
The process by which parliament makes laws
What is delegated legislation?
Legislation made by the authority of parliament but not by parliament itself
Why does parliament use delegated legislation?
To delegate responsibility of law making to another body due to lack of time
What types of bodies can parliament delegate law-making responsibilities to?
Government departments
True or False: Delegated legislation is made by elected representatives.
False
