Four key ideas of Australian democracy

This graphic illustrates the 4 supporting ideas of Australian democracy.

Democracy key ideas

Democracy key ideas

Parliamentary Education Office (peo.gov.au)

Democracy key ideas

Democracy key ideas

Parliamentary Education Office (peo.gov.au)

Description

The 4 key ideas of Australian democracy are:

  • Active and engaged citizens – Citizens have a voice and can make changes in society.
  • An inclusive and equitable society – We work towards a society where everyone is respected and free.
  • Free and franchised elections – We get to stand for election and choose who makes decision on our behalf.
  • The rule of law for both citizens and the government – Everyone is equal before the law and must follow the law.

Curriculum alignment
Year 5 AC9HS5K06
Year 6 AC9HS6K06
Year 7 AC9HC7K01
Year 7 AC9HC7K02
Year 7 AC9HC7K05
Year 8 AC9HC8K01
Year 10 AC9HC10K01