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Difficulty: MediumAnti-Discrimination Laws and Protected Attributes

To support the value of a 'fair go', Australian laws prevent people from being treated unfavourably in the workplace or community because of specific personal traits. Which of the following is an example of a protected attribute under these anti-discrimination laws?

  1. An individual's physical disability or their marital statusAnswer
  2. B
    A person's choice to use violence as a means to achieve political change
  3. C
    The amount of money a person earns or their family's social standing

Answer

The correct answer is the attribute of an individual's physical disability or their marital status.
The correct answer is correct because Australian anti-discrimination laws are specifically designed to protect individuals from unfair treatment based on characteristics they cannot change or fundamental life choices, such as having a physical disability or their marital status.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the purpose of Australian anti-discrimination laws.
These laws aim to ensure everyone has a 'fair go' by preventing unfair treatment based on inherent personal characteristics.
Understanding the legislative intent helps distinguish between protected traits and unprotected behaviors.
2
Recall the list of protected attributes mentioned in the Australian values framework.
Protected attributes include race, gender, sexual orientation, age, physical or intellectual disability, and marital status.
This step identifies the specific legal categories that are shielded from discrimination.
3
Evaluate the options against the identified protected attributes.
Disability and marital status are on the list, while political violence and wealth are not.
This confirms the correct choice while filtering out common misconceptions about what the law covers.

Key Concept

Equality of Opportunity and Protected Attributes

Hints

1
Think about which characteristics are inherent to a person or represent their basic human rights rather than their actions.
2
Anti-discrimination laws focus on things like age, gender, and health conditions.

Practice More

Review the full list of protected attributes, including race, religion, and age, to see how they apply to workplace scenarios.
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