Legal System Vocabulary

What is the definition of jurisdiction?

• The authority of the executive branch

• The process of making laws

• The power of a court to hear and try a case

• The power of the military

What is the meaning of the term 'rule of law'?

• The idea that certain individuals are exempt from the law

• The concept that laws can be changed by anyone

• The principle that the government is above the law

• The doctrine that all people are equal before the law

What is the primary function of the legislative arm of government?

• To interpret the laws

• To enforce the laws

• To make the laws

• To review the laws

What is the standard of proof in a civil trial?

• Beyond a reasonable doubt

• On the balance of probabilities

• Clear and convincing evidence

• Preponderance of the evidence

What is the purpose of a royal commission?

• To advocate for globalisation

• To ratify human rights covenants

• To enforce international treaties

• To conduct government inquiries into specific issues

What is the definition of extradition?

• The public support for a particular cause or policy

• The establishment of a bilateral agreement

• The process of globalisation

• The transfer of an accused from one state or country to another for trial

What is the primary purpose of a demonstration?

• To enforce civil rights

• To exercise freedom of expression

• To conduct a public meeting for a common purpose

• To protest against something or express views on a political issue

What is the meaning of the term 'human rights'?

• Fundamental rights belonging to every person regardless of race, gender, age, or religion

• Rights granted only to citizens of a specific country

• Rights that are implied through the laws

• Rights that are regulated by specific rules

What is the process of full adoption of the obligations imposed by a treaty into Australian law?

• Ratification

• Mandamus

• Protest

• Lodged

What is the primary function of the lower courts in the legal system?

• To exercise sovereignty over a defined territory

• To conduct global investigations into specific issues

• To deal with smaller issues and follow decisions of higher courts

• To enforce international law