Ways To Safeguard Democracy

Question 1

Compulsory voting

Answer 1

Ensures that the government reflects the Australian population and what they want

Question 2

Explain what it means for the government to be Upholding shared values

Answer 2

The government make and enforce laws that protect the rights and freedoms of the people

Question 3

Right to dissent

Answer 3

The right to oppose or disagree with decisions made by the Australian government this keeps the government accountable

Question 4

Processes to resolve differences

Answer 4

Negotiation - where parties get together and try and reach a settlement

Mediation- parties meet before a mutual third to help find a solution

Reconciliation - restoring the relationship between parties which usually requires forgiveness from both sides