The Australian Political System
The roles of the Executive, Judiciary, and Legislature in a constitutional monarchy.
Key Questions
- 1How does the "separation of powers" protect democracy?
- 2What is the role of the Governor-General in modern Australia?
- 3How do political parties influence government policy?
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