Which of the following days are maintained as 'Public holiday' in Australia?
Good Friday
Easter Sunday
Christmas Day
All of the above
Australia has a Judaeo-Christian heritage, and many Australians describe themselves as Christians. Australia has public holidays on Christian days such as Good Friday, Easter Sunday and Christmas Day.
However, the government in Australia is secular. This means that there is no official national religion.
The Australians are at their own will to join or leave a political party, trade union or any cultural or social groups.
Yes
No
Australians are free to join any legal organisation, such as a political party, trade union, religious, cultural or social group. People can also decide not to join.
What was created with Parliament of the Commonwealth by Constitution of Australia?
House of Representatives
House of Representatives and a Senate
Senate
The Australian Constitution established the Parliament of the Commonwealth of Australia, created with a House of Representatives and a Senate. The Constitution also established the High Court of Australia, which has the power to apply and interpret the laws of Australia.
Which of the following options depicts the correct combination of Three Arms of Australian Government?
Legislative power, Executive power and judicial power
Legislative power, accounting power and judicial power
Legislative power, Executive power and social power
Pacific power, Executive power and judicial power
The Australian Constitution divides power between three arms of government. This is to stop one person or one group of people taking over all the power to govern Australia.
Legislative power:
Parliament has the power to make and change the laws. Parliament is made up of representatives who are elected by the people of Australia.
Executive power:
Executive power is the power to put the laws into practice. The Executive includes Australian Government ministers and the Governor-General. Each minister is responsible for one or more government departments.
Judicial power:
Judges have the power to interpret and apply the law. Courts and judges are independent of parliament and government.
These powers are written into the Australian Constitution.
Which of the following gives you the right to freely read anything you like, speak in public or write as you wish?
Freedom of expression
Freedom of speech
Freedom of religion
Freedom of democracy
Freedom of speech allows people to say and write what they think and to discuss their ideas with others.
In Australia, we are free to say and write what we think, privately or publicly, about any topic. However, we cannot harm others.
Who is empowered to apply and interpret the Australian laws?
The Prime Minister
The Governor-General
The High Court of Australia
The Queen
The Australian Constitution established the Parliament of the Commonwealth of Australia, created with a House of Representatives and a Senate. The Constitution also established the High Court of Australia, which has the power to apply and interpret the laws of Australia.
Which of the following is Law enactment power in Australia?
Judicial power
Legislative power
Executive power
Social power
Executive power is the power to put the laws into practice. The Executive includes Australian Government ministers and the Governor-General. Each minister is responsible for one or more government departments.
Who is the Head of State of Australia?
The Prime Minister
Queen of Australia
The Court
The Opposition Leader
Australia’s Head of State is the Queen of Australia, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
In order to make any amendment in the Australian Constitution what majority is essential in a referendum?
Simple majority
Senate majority
Double majority
House majority
In a referendum, there needs to be a double majority for the Australian Constitution to be changed. This means that the majority of voters in a majority of states and a majority of voters across the nation must vote for the change.
Because of which of the following, Australia is recognised as a vibrant multicultural nation?
Christianism
Mix of religions
British culture
None of the above
Australians are also free to not follow a religion. The government treats all citizens equally, whatever their religion or beliefs.
This mix of religions contributes to making Australia a vibrant multicultural society.
Answer in YES or NO : Australia does not give any recognition to any religion as official religion?
Yes
No
The government in Australia is secular. This means that there is no official national religion.
Who cannot be issued any order by the Parliament or Government?
Taxation
Police
Courts and judges
None of the above
Judges have the power to interpret and apply the law. Courts and judges are independent of parliament and government.
What would call to that achievement, which is obtained through hard work and talent and without using any wealth?
Great achievement
Must go
Fair go
All of the above
Australians do not believe in class distinctions in our society. Instead, we believe in a fair society, where everyone deserves a ‘fair go’. This means that what someone achieves in life should be a result of their hard work and talents, rather than their wealth or background. For example, a person should get a job or a promotion on the basis of their skills, ability and experience, not because of their background.
Write 'Yes or No'. We must respect other people's freedom of speech and expression?
Yes
No
In Australia, we are free to say and write what we think, privately or publicly, about any topic. However, we cannot harm others.
We must also respect other people’s freedom of speech and freedom of expression.
Who is empowered to make new laws and amend old laws in Australia?
Court
Parliament
Queen
All of the above
Citizens of Australia elect people to represent them in the Australian Parliament.
The Australian Parliament makes and changes laws to benefit the nation.
Which is the vested power in the hand of the Governor-General and Australian Ministers?
Judicial power
Legislative power
Executive power
Social power
Executive power is the power to put the laws into practice. The Executive includes Australian Government ministers and the Governor-General. Each minister is responsible for one or more government departments.
What is the process of changing the Australian Constitution?
Election
Referendum
The Australian Constitution can only be changed through a special vote called a referendum.
In a referendum, there needs to be a double majority for the Australian Constitution to be changed. This means that the majority of voters in a majority of states and a majority of voters across the nation must vote for the change.
What type of government exists in Australia?
Religious
Spiritual
Secular
Godly
The government in Australia is secular. This means that there is no official national religion.
Because of presence of how many arms of the Australian Government it is impossible for any external agency to take over the powers either single handed or in group for governing Australia?
Two arms of government
Four arms of government
Three arms of government
Six arms of government
The Australian Constitution divides power between three arms of government. This is to stop one person or one group of people taking over all the power to govern Australia.
Which freedom assures you to freely express your views through art, literature, music and films?
Freedom of speech
Freedom of democracy
Freedom of religion
Freedom of expression
Freedom of expression allows people to express their views through art, film, music and literature.
In Australia, we are free to say and write what we think, privately or publicly, about any topic. However, we cannot harm others.
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