Civics And Citizenships Flashcards
(21 cards)
Democracy
A democracy is a system of government run by the people, for the people. Citizens of a democracy elect people who will represent them in government
Direct democracy
Citizens meeting together to make laws for their society
Representative democracy
We elect representatives to make laws on our behalf. Citizens over 18 are required to vote for candidates in elections for federal state and local governments
Why is a democracy good
It gives the people to have the choice on who they want to be represented by.
Democratic values
Democratic values are the beliefs and ideas that are held by our society as a democracy
Why is the democratic values important
So we can asses if a government is operating as a true democracy
What are the democratic values
Respect,
Equality,
Fairness,
Freedom.
Western system
The western system is a form of parliamentary government originating in the United Kingdom .
Where is the western system used
.united kingdom, USA Canada, Australia New Zealand
Justice
Means that people should be treated and treat each other in a manner that is fair and balanced
Participation
This is an important part of living in a democracy.
It’s the way good citizens contribute to or take part in society.
How do you participate
Voting in an election or referendum
Serving on a jury
Paying taxes
What is the right of rights and responsibilities.
We have the right to ensure we have a say in our country and are treated fairly in the process. Voting in elections Trial by jury Freedom and religion Protection against discrimination
What’s the responsibilities of the rights and responsibilities
We have the responsibility to contribute to our society to ensure we stay a strong democracy Examples: Voting in elections Jury service Paying taxes Obeying the law
Australian contribution
It is a written document that sets out the rules to govern our nation
How was it developed
Between the 1890 and 1900 it was tighten up by politicians, lawyers and ordinary people because they all wanted to become one nation so they discussed laws to obey.
When was the Australian constitution put into practice
1 January 1901
What are the levels of government
~ federal government
~state government
~ local governments
Federal government
Makes laws for the hole country
Over rules state and local government
Helps developer good relationships with other countries.
State government
It makes laws for people in issues relevant to the state or territory but it only applies to people in that state.
Helps control state
Local government
Over 560 local governments
Makes rules for local community known as by-laws
Local council is not mentioned in the Australian contribution
