Examining the Application of Human Rights in Modern Australia
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This report provides a detailed overview of applied human rights within the context of the Australian government. It begins by defining human rights as a set of legal and moral guidelines that protect and promote the recognition of human values, abilities, and identities, ensuring an acceptable standard of living. The report explores the origins of human rights, tracing them back to religious roots, natural law, and governmental concessions, highlighting their evolution through ancient civilizations and key historical events such as the American Declaration of Independence and the French Declaration of the Rights of Man and the Citizen. It emphasizes that the protection of human rights relies on national rules for identification and implementation. Furthermore, the report discusses the importance of human rights within the Australian legal system, referencing the federal constitution and the division of responsibilities between state and federal governments. It outlines specific rights recognized in Australia, including the right to vote, trial by jury, protection against discrimination, fundamental freedoms, due process, equality before the law, and freedom of legislation. The report concludes by underscoring the reliance on ordinary legislation for human rights protection in Australia.
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