The Pillars of Governance · Constitutional Foundations
The High Court of Australia
Examining the role of the High Court in interpreting the Constitution and acting as the final arbiter of legal disputes.
Key Questions
- 1Should unelected judges have the power to overturn laws made by elected officials?
- 2What would a just policy look like for appointing High Court justices?
- 3How does the court balance tradition with the needs of a modern society?
ACARA Content Descriptions
AC9C10K01
Year: Year 10
Subject: Civics & Citizenship
Unit: The Pillars of Governance
Period: Constitutional Foundations
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