The Australian Constitution can only be changed through a referendum, which involves a vote by the Australian people. For a proposed amendment to successfully change the Constitution, which of the following complete sets of conditions must be met?
- The proposal must be approved by a majority of all voters across Australia and a majority of voters in a majority of states, then receive Royal Assent from the Governor-General.Cevap
- BThe proposal must be approved by a majority of all voters nationwide and then be ratified by the High Court of Australia to ensure it is legally valid.
- CThe proposal must be approved by a majority of voters in at least four states, after which it becomes law automatically without needing further official approval.
Cevap
The correct answer states that the proposal must be approved by a majority of all voters nationwide, a majority of voters in a majority of states, and receive Royal Assent from the Governor-General.
The correct answer correctly identifies both components of the double majority (national and state-based) and recognizes the final, necessary step of Royal Assent by the Governor-General. This sequence ensures that the constitutional change reflects the clear will of the people across the entire federation and follows the established legal process for all Australian laws.
Adım Adım Çözüm
Anahtar Kavram
The multi-stage process of constitutional amendment requiring a double majority and Royal Assent.
İpuçları
1
Recall that a referendum requires two different types of majorities to pass.
2
Consider what happens after a bill is passed by the people but before it officially becomes law—who provides the final approval?
Daha Fazla Pratik
Research the history of Australian referendums to see how many have failed due to the 'double majority' rule despite having a national majority.
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