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The High Court and the Constitution
The role of the High Court in interpreting the law and resolving constitutional disputes.
Key Questions
- 1Why is an independent judiciary vital for democracy?
- 2How does the High Court protect the separation of powers?
- 3What happens when a state law conflicts with a federal law?
ACARA Content Descriptions
AC9C10K01
Year: Year 10
Subject: HASS
Unit: Civics, Citizenship, and Justice
Period: Current
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