Introduction to the Australian Constitution (VCE SSCE Legal Studies): Flashcards
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Constitution definition
Constitution definition
Rules & principles establishing how government operates
Australian Constitution start date
Australian Constitution start date
1 January 1901
Method for changing the Constitution
Method for changing the Constitution
Referendum
Double majority requirement
Double majority requirement
Majority nationally + majority in at least 4 of 6 states
Australian bill of rights
Australian bill of rights
Australia does not have a bill of rights
High Court's main constitutional power
High Court's main constitutional power
Interpret the Constitution
Commonwealth Parliament structure
Commonwealth Parliament structure
Bicameral (House of Representatives & Senate)
Federal system definition
Federal system definition
Power divided between Commonwealth & state governments
Constitutional right for serious Commonwealth crimes
Constitutional right for serious Commonwealth crimes
Trial by jury for indictable offences
5 key features of Australian Constitution
5 key features of Australian Constitution
Parliament, High Court, states, powers, amendment process