The Machinery of Democracy · Constitutional Foundations

The Australian Constitution

Understanding the rule book that governs the nation and the division of powers.

Key Questions

  1. 1Why do we need a written constitution to limit government power?
  2. 2How does the separation of powers prevent the abuse of authority?
  3. 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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