The 'rule of law' is a core value that helps keep Australian society stable and fair. What does this principle require regarding the application of the law to different people in the community?
- All people must obey the law equally, regardless of their status or background.Cevap
- BPeople in positions of power are allowed to follow a different set of rules if they disagree with the law.
- COnly Australian citizens are required to obey the law, while visitors must follow the laws of their own country.
Cevap
All people must obey the law equally, regardless of their status or background.
The correct answer reflects the fundamental democratic belief that the law is the highest authority. This means all people are equal under the law and must obey it, ensuring that justice is applied fairly to everyone regardless of their wealth, status, or position in the community.
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Equality under the law
İpuçları
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Think about whether anyone in Australia has special permission to break the law because of their job or status.
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The 'rule of law' means that everyone is 'equal under the law'.
Daha Fazla Pratik
Review the section on 'Equality under the law' to see how this principle applies to government ministers and community leaders.
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