The Australian Constitution specifically defines the composition of the legislative branch to ensure a system of checks and balances. Within this constitutional framework, which three entities are formally established as the component parts of the Federal Parliament?
- The House of Representatives, the Senate, and the King (represented by the Governor-General)Answer
- BThe Prime Minister, the Cabinet, and all elected members of the House of Representatives
- CThe High Court of Australia, the Governor-General, and the Senate
Answer
The Federal Parliament is composed of the House of Representatives, the Senate, and the King (represented by the Governor-General).
The Federal Parliament is formally comprised of three distinct parts: the King (represented by the Governor-General), the Senate (the Upper House), and the House of Representatives (the Lower House). These three parts must work together for legislation to be validly enacted.
Step-by-Step Solution
Key Concept
The Composition of the Federal Parliament
Hints
1
Think about the three parts mentioned in the Constitution that are required to pass a law.
2
The Parliament includes both the Upper and Lower houses of elected representatives, plus the representative of the Head of State.
3
The correct answer must include the Governor-General (representing the King), the Senate, and the House of Representatives.
Practice More
Review the 'Separation of Powers' to better understand how the Parliament differs from the Executive and the Judiciary.
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