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Difficulty: EasyLiving Peacefully

In Australia, the law protects the right of all people to live in safety and without fear of violence. If a group of people wants to change a law or policy they disagree with, what is the acceptable way to do so?

  1. By participating in the democratic process and using discussion to influence othersAnswer
  2. B
    By using threats of physical force or intimidation to demand a change
  3. C
    By deciding that the law does not apply to their group because they disagree with it

Answer

The correct way to seek change is by participating in the democratic process and using discussion to influence others.
The correct answer identifies that change should be sought through the democratic process and discussion. This approach aligns with Australia's commitment to being a peaceful and stable society where people resolve differences through persuasion rather than violence.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the core Australian value regarding safety.
Australia is a peaceful society where everyone has the right to live without fear of violence.
This establishes the boundary for acceptable behavior in the community.
2
Determine how disagreements are resolved in a democracy.
Conflicts and differences of opinion are resolved through discussion and peaceful persuasion rather than force.
Democratic processes allow for change while maintaining social stability and peace.
3
Evaluate the options based on these principles.
Participating in democratic activities is the only option that respects both the law and the safety of others.
Violence or ignoring the law violates the fundamental beliefs of a peaceful society.

Key Concept

Living peacefully through democratic processes

Hints

1
Think about whether violence is ever the right answer in the Australian Citizenship Test.
2
Consider which option focuses on 'discussion' and 'democracy' rather than 'force'.

Practice More

Review the concept of 'The Rule of Law' to understand why all citizens must follow laws even when they disagree.
Estimated Time:45s
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