Government and the law in Australia
What is the name of Australia's founding legal document that sets out the rules for how the country is governed?
- ✓The Australian Constitution
- ○The Federation Act
- ○The Commonwealth Proclamation
Correct answer
The Australian Constitution
The Australian Constitution is the foundational legal document that establishes the rules and framework for governing Australia, including the powers of the federal government.
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