Without a Bill of Rights, by what means are human rights embodied and protected under Australian law? (A) Referendum (B) Statute law (C) Trade unionism (D) Universal education - HSC - SSCE Legal Studies - Question 5 - 2004 - Paper 1

In Australia, human rights are primarily protected under statute law. While there is no formal Bill of Rights, various acts and legislation serve to safeguard specific rights and freedoms. Key examples include the Racial Discrimination Act 1975, the Sex Discrimination Act 1984, and the Disability Discrimination Act 1992. These statutes outline protections against discrimination and affirm basic human rights within the legal framework of the country.