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Difficulty: EasyDefending Australia

In addition to voting and following the law, Australian citizens have a duty to help maintain the country's security. What is the legal responsibility of every citizen in relation to the protection of Australia?

  1. Defend the nation if it becomes necessary.Answer
  2. B
    Serve a mandatory term in the army or navy.
  3. C
    Apply for jobs in the Australian Defence Force or the public service.

Answer

The legal responsibility of all Australian citizens is to defend the nation if it becomes necessary.
The correct answer is correct because defending the country is one of the legal responsibilities of Australian citizenship. While military service is voluntary, the shared commitment to Australia's safety means citizens must be willing to defend the nation if the need arises.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Distinguish between voluntary actions and legal duties.
Joining the military is voluntary, but certain commitments to national security are mandatory for citizens.
To avoid confusing personal career choices with civic responsibilities.
2
Identify the specific responsibility for national defense.
Citizens are expected to help protect Australia's safety and security.
This is a fundamental part of the shared commitment described in the citizenship pledge.
3
Recognize the condition for this responsibility.
The duty is to defend Australia 'should the need arise' or 'if it becomes necessary'.
This phrase specifies that the commitment is active when the nation's safety is at risk.

Key Concept

Defending Australia as a Civic Responsibility

Hints

1
Think about whether every Australian is required to join the army by law.
2
Consider which option describes a duty related to the nation's security during a crisis.

Practice More

Review the difference between the 'responsibilities' and 'privileges' of Australian citizenship.
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