AustraliaDemocratic beliefs 5 · Democratic beliefs, rights and liberties
What does it mean that all Australians are equal under the law?
- aThe same laws apply to everyone, whatever their position or backgroundCorrect answer
- bImportant or wealthy people may choose which laws they follow
- cEveryone must earn the same wage whatever their job or skills
- dLaws apply only to people who were born in Australia, not migrants
Why?
Equality under the law means the law treats every person the same way. Government leaders and business people have no special exemption.
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