The Australian Constitution and Parliament · Constitutional Foundations
Separation of Powers
Analyzing how the legislative, executive, and judicial branches provide checks and balances on government power.
Key Questions
- 1Why is it dangerous for one person to hold all the power in a country?
- 2Who should decide if a law is being followed correctly?
- 3How does the separation of powers protect the rights of ordinary citizens?
ACARA Content Descriptions
AC9C7K01
Year: Year 7
Subject: Civics & Citizenship
Unit: The Australian Constitution and Parliament
Period: Constitutional Foundations
Suggested Methodologies
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