Legal Studies Y9T1

Judicial Branch

The High Court and Federal Courts

Executive Branch

The King, the Governor General, the Prime Minister and Ministers

Legislative (Parliament) Branch?

The King, the Governor General, the Senate and the House of Representatives

Checks and Balances

Checks and balances make sure that the power is distributed equally between the 3 branches of government and no-one is too powerful.

Separation of Powers

The separation of powers divides the responsibilities of government into three branches: the legislative, the executive, and the judiciary.

The Responsibilities of the Legislative Branch

The legislative branch is responsible for making laws, scrutinising the government and representing the people.

The Responsibilities of the Executive Branch

The executive branch is responsible for enforcing laws and maintaining laws.

The Responsibilities of the Judicial Branch

The judiciary branch interprets laws, ensures justice, and protects the rights of people.

Division of Powers

The division of powers distributes the power between federal, state and local governments.

Federal Government

Defence, immigration, currency and foreign affairs

State and Federal Government

Taxation, marriage, and education.

Local Governments

Manages community services and infrastructure such as roads, parks, and waste collection, and they are excluded from the Constitution.

State Government

Health, education, and transport.