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The basic rules for the government of Australia are set out in

Athe Australian Independence Act 1901
Bthe Commonwealth of Australia Constitution Act 1900
Cthe Federation of Australia Constitution Act 1900

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Government and law in Australia operate on a federal system where power is shared between the national government and the states and territories. Understanding this division of power is a key area of the citizenship test.

Understanding this concept is important for knowing your rights and obligations as an Australian citizen. Think about the real-world impact of this aspect of government or law. This question is at a moderate difficulty level, similar to what you can expect on the actual citizenship test. Understanding the reasoning behind the answer is key.

Study the concept of "the rule of law" as it applies to government. In Australia, even the government must follow the law. No person, including the Prime Minister, is above the legal system. Explore more Government & Law practice questions to strengthen your preparation, or try a full practice test to simulate the real exam experience.

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