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Difficulty: EasyDefending Australia

Australian citizens are expected to support the protection of their country. In this context, what is a legal responsibility of every Australian citizen?

  1. To help defend Australia should the need ariseAnswer
  2. B
    To serve a compulsory term in the military
  3. C
    To apply for an Australian passport

Answer

The correct answer is to help defend Australia should the need arise.
The responsibility to help defend Australia should the need arise is a fundamental legal duty for all citizens, symbolizing their shared commitment to the nation's security.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the nature of military service in Australia.
Service in the Australian Defence Force is voluntary.
Australia does not have compulsory military service or conscription.
2
Determine the specific responsibility related to national protection.
Citizens have a legal duty to help defend the country if necessary.
While joining the military is a choice, the underlying responsibility to protect the nation is a condition of citizenship.

Key Concept

The responsibility of citizenship to help defend Australia while maintaining voluntary military service.

Hints

1
Think about whether joining the army in Australia is something you must do or something you choose to do.
2
The responsibility only applies if there is a threat to the nation's safety.

Practice More

Review the difference between the 'privileges' of citizenship (like applying for a passport) and 'responsibilities' (like defending the nation).
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