Australia's High Court Rules Aboriginal People Are Citizens

What was the main outcome of the High Court ruling regarding Indigenous tribes in Australia?

• They are considered aliens if they commit crimes.

• They are recognized as citizens regardless of birthplace.

• They can be deported if born outside Australia.

• They must apply for citizenship if born abroad.

What did the judge highlight as a key aspect of Aboriginal identity?

• Educational achievements

• Political affiliations

• Spiritual and cultural belonging to Australia

• Economic contributions to society

What action is the lawyer for the Aboriginal men planning to take following the ruling?

• Seek compensation for the crimes committed

• Request a retrial for the men

• Appeal the High Court decision

• Sue the government for wrongful detention

What precedent does the High Court ruling set for other Aboriginal people?

• They need to prove their cultural identity in court.

• They are protected from deportation regardless of birthplace.

• They must renounce their foreign nationality.

• They can be deported after serving prison terms.

What will the Home Affairs Department do following the High Court ruling?

• Grant automatic citizenship to all Indigenous people

• Deport all non-citizen Aboriginal people

• Review cases involving Aboriginal people

• Ignore the High Court's decision