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Year 9 Civics & Citizenship (6 Key Concepts (Democratic values…
Year 9 Civics & Citizenship
6 Key Concepts
Democracy
Greek words: Demos-citizen and Kratos-rule
Direct involves citizens
Representative = elect representative
Democratic values
Equality - discrimination
Fairness - without injustice, a "fair go"
Respect - views, beliefs and rights
Freedom - rights
Beliefs and ideals
Westminster system
Australias system is based on the United Kingdom
London where the British parliament is located
Consists of two houses
Lower House = The House of representatives
Upper House = Senate
Justice
Our system of government is referred to as the justice system
Treat each other in a manor that is fair and balanced for all
Participate
Voting, serving on a jury or paying taxes
participate to reap the rewards
Good citizens contribute or take part in society
Rights and Responsibilities
responsibilities ar duties
Rights
to trial
freedom of religion
protection
protection against discrimination
to vote
rights and entitlements
Responsibilities
voting
jury service
taxes
obeying the law
Political parties
made up of groups of people with similar beliefs and ideas
Labour Party and liberal party dominate in Australia