2. History of democracy

What is the significance of the Magna Carta in the development of democracy?

It established the principle that all people, including the king, had rights and responsibilities under the law.

When was the first version of the Magna Carta written?

1215

What was the impact of the Magna Carta on future democratic documents?

It inspired the 1776 US Declaration of Independence, the 1901 Australian Constitution, and the 1948 Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

What major event occurred in Australia on January 1, 1901?

Australia became a nation, as the 6 colonies formally united to form the Commonwealth of Australia.

What governing system did British colonists establish in Australia upon their arrival in 1788?

They established a prison colony run by a military governor who had absolute power.

What was the role of women and Indigenous Australians in voting rights by 1850 in Australia?

Women and Indigenous Australians did not have voting rights.

How did the Australian colonies work together in the late 19th century regarding governance?

They collaborated to form a national government and drafted a constitution.

What were the governing measures created by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities?

These were indigenous measures of governance that existed prior to British colonization.

What is meant by the term 'federation' in the context of Australia?

Federation refers to the unification of the six colonies to form the Commonwealth of Australia.

Why are Australian values important for a successful democracy?

They help to maintain a functional society where rights are respected and governance is fair.