Democracy in Action · Constitutional Foundations

Majority Rule and Minority Rights

Balancing the will of the majority with the protection of the rights of smaller groups.

Key Questions

  1. 1Is the majority always right?
  2. 2How can we protect the rights of people who lose a vote?
  3. 3What would a just policy look like for a diverse group?

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9HASS3K01AC9HASS3S05
Year: Year 3
Subject: Civics & Citizenship
Unit: Democracy in Action
Period: Constitutional Foundations

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