The Constitution and Federal Parliament

Question 1

How does Australia uphold democracy

Answer 1

• Australia allows citizens to political participation
• Free and fair regular elections
• Strong constitution and constitutionalism

Question 2

Freedom of speech

Answer 2

• The right to freedom of speech allows individuals to express themselves without government interference or regulation.
• In Australia, freedom of speech allows a person to actively participate in Australia’s democracy by voicing their opinion publicly about any topic within the bounds of the law.

Question 3

Freedom of election

Answer 3

• The right to take part in public affairs and elections guarantees the right of citizens to stand for public office, to vote in elections and to have access to positions in public service.

Question 4

Freedom of movement

Answer 4

• The right to freedom of movement includes the right to move freely within a country for those who are lawfully within the country, the right to leave any country and the right to enter a country of which you are a citizen.

Question 5

Right to a fair trial

Answer 5

Everyone is equal in court and has a right to a fair trial, public hearing before a competent, independent and impartial court or tribunal established by law.

Question 6

Freedom of arbitrary arrest

Answer 6

The right to personal liberty requires that persons not be subject to arrest and detention except as provided for by law, and provided that neither the arrest nor the detention is arbitrary.

Question 7

Freedom of assembly

Answer 7

Freedom of assembly ensures people can gather and meet, both publicly and privately.