unit 2 - individual and the law

Question 1

rights

Answer 1

legal or moral entitlements or permissions

Question 2

responsibilities

Answer 2

legal or moral obligations to others

Question 3

express rights

Answer 3

civil and political rights that are clearly outlined in the Australian Constitution

Question 4

implied rights

Answer 4

civil and political rights that can be inferred from the Australian Constitution, rather than being expressly stated

Question 5

negligence

Answer 5

carelessness, a tort that involves breach of a duty of care resulting in harm that could be foreseen

Question 6

distinction between moral and legal rights

Answer 6

legal rights fall under categories based on our Constitution, statutes and common laws.

Moral rights may be argued from different viewpoints, and may or may not be upheld by those that have responsibility in respect of the right

example - a situation may be immoral but is still legal

Question 7

bill of rights

Answer 7

a statement of basic human rights and privileges

Australia does NOT have a bill of rights.

Instead, protection for human rights may be found in the Constitution and in legislation passed by the Commonwealth Parliament or State or Territory Parliaments.

Question 8

defamation

Answer 8

act of making statements or suggestions that cause damage to a persons reputation in the community

Question 9

a person protected under statute law