In the Australian system of government, the King is one of the three components of the Federal Parliament. After a Bill has been passed by both the House of Representatives and the Senate, what is the final step required for it to officially become a law?
- AThe Prime Minister must sign the Bill to confirm it as government policy
- The Governor-General must sign the Bill (Royal Assent) on behalf of the KingAnswer
- CThe King must personally sign the Bill during an official visit to Australia
Answer
The correct answer is that the Governor-General must sign the Bill (Royal Assent) on behalf of the King.
The correct answer is correct because Australia's system as a constitutional monarchy dictates that the Monarch (or their representative) must give formal approval, called Royal Assent, to any Bill passed by the House of Representatives and the Senate before it becomes an official Act of Parliament. In Australia, this duty is carried out by the Governor-General.
Step-by-Step Solution
Key Concept
Royal Assent and the King's role in Parliament
Hints
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Think about the three parts of the Federal Parliament: the House of Representatives, the Senate, and the King.
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Recall that because the King lives in the UK, he has a representative in Australia who performs his official duties.
Practice More
Review the specific roles of the Governor-General versus the Prime Minister to better understand the separation of powers.
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