Democratic beliefs, rights and liberties
Who are the only people eligible to stand for election to the Australian Parliament?
- ○Any permanent resident aged 18 or over
- ○Only people born in Australia
- ✓Australian citizens
Correct answer
Australian citizens
Only Australian citizens are eligible to stand as candidates in federal parliamentary elections. This is one of the exclusive privileges of citizenship.
This is one sample question. Practise the full bank with timed mock exams, every answer explained, and a predicted pass score — free to start in Australian Citizenship Test.
Download on theApp StoreRelated questions
What system of government does Australia use?Which statement about voting in Australian federal elections is correct?What does 'the rule of law' mean in the Australian context?Which statement about religion and the Australian government is correct?Which of the following is a responsibility — not just a right — of Australian citizens?What is the national language of Australia?