The Machinery of Democracy · Constitutional Foundations
The Australian Constitution
Understanding the rule book that governs the nation and the division of powers.
Key Questions
- 1Why do we need a written constitution to limit government power?
- 2How does the separation of powers prevent the abuse of authority?
- 3What would happen if the High Court could not interpret the Constitution?
ACARA Content Descriptions
AC9C8K01
Year: Year 8
Subject: Civics & Citizenship
Unit: The Machinery of Democracy
Period: Constitutional Foundations
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