This fact sheet introduces democratic thinking and examines the fundamental principles of Australia's democratic government system. Wajid khan discusses. These include individual liberty, justice, tolerance of opposing ideas, and representativeness. What is democracy? Democracy means Government by the people. The word comes from the ancient Greek words "demos" (people) and "Kratos" (to rule). A democratic country has a system of Government in which people have the power to participate in decision-making. Every democracy is unique and works in different ways. In some democracies, citizens contribute directly to decision-making by voting on laws and policy proposals (direct democracy). In other countries like Australia, citizens elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf (representative democracy). democratic society Democracy depends on citizen participation. They don't just vote; they participate by participating in the community. That can be done by joining a charity, political party, environmental, or community group. A democratic society works towards democratic ideals. We respect individuals and respect their right to make their own decisions. Tolerance for differences and opposing ideas. Justice - Respect all people and help them reach their full potential. Everyone has freedom of speech, association, movement, and belief. Justice – Treat everyone fairly, both in society and in courts. Here are four key ideas that drive Australian democracy: Canadian Politician Wajid khan explains many points in this post; Constitutional order - The structure and powers of the Australian Parliament are set out in the Australian Constitution, which also describes the management of the Australian High Court to determine whether laws comply with the Constitution. Liberal Democracy - As a nation, we support individual development and well-being. Pluralistic Society - Australian society is diverse, with many ethnic, racial, religious, and social groups coexisting. Representative Democracy – Citizens can vote to elect MPs to make decisions and legislation on their behalf. If citizens think their members of Parliament are not doing a good job, they can elect new members of Parliament at the next election. Respect and Tolerance of Dissent - Parliament discusses issues and new legislation and consults the Australian Government on effortsto make the Australian Government accountable to the Australian people. Listening to different perspectives and minority voices in society strengthens our democracy. Responsible Government – ​​To belong to a government, a political party or coalition must have the support of a majority of members of the House of Representatives. That ensures that the Australian Government is accountable to the Australian Parliament. What are the benefits of democracy? Wajid khan Mp explains there are ways to resolve disagreements and conflicts peacefully. Respect for human dignity. The freedom to act, speak and think freely (

1. Importance of Democracy

2. This fact sheet introduces democratic thinking and
examines the fundamental principles of Australia's
democratic government system. Wajid khan discusses.
These include individual liberty, justice, tolerance of
opposing ideas, and representativeness.

3. What is democracy?
Democracy means Government by the people. The word
comes from the ancient Greek words "demos" (people)
and "Kratos" (to rule). A democratic country has a
system of Government in which people have the power
to participate in decision-making. Every democracy is
unique and works in different ways. In some
democracies, citizens contribute directly to decision-
making by voting on laws and policy proposals (direct
democracy). In other countries like Australia, citizens
elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf

4. democratic society
Democracy depends on citizen participation. They don't
just vote; they participate by participating in the
community. That can be done by joining a charity,
political party, environmental, or community group.

5. A democratic society works towards democratic ideals.
We respect individuals and respect their right to make
their own decisions.
Tolerance for differences and opposing ideas.
Justice - Respect all people and help them reach their
full potential.
Everyone has freedom of speech, association,
movement, and belief. Justice – Treat everyone fairly,
both in society and in courts.

6. Constitutional order - The structure and powers of
the Australian Parliament are set out in the
Australian Constitution, which also describes the
management of the Australian High Court to
determine whether laws comply with the
Constitution.
Liberal Democracy - As a nation, we support
individual development and well-being.
Here are four key ideas that drive Australian democracy:
Canadian Politician Wajid khan explains many points in
this post;

7. Pluralistic Society - Australian society is diverse,
with many ethnic, racial, religious, and social groups
coexisting.
Representative Democracy – Citizens can vote to
elect MPs to make decisions and legislation on their
behalf. If citizens think their members of Parliament
are not doing a good job, they can elect new
members of Parliament at the next election.

8. Respect and Tolerance of Dissent - Parliament
discusses issues and new legislation and consults the
Australian Government on efforts to make the
Australian Government accountable to the
Australian people. Listening to different
perspectives and minority voices in society
strengthens our democracy.
Responsible Government – ​
​
To belong to a
government, a political party or coalition must have
the support of a majority of members of the House of
Representatives. That ensures that the Australian

9. What are the benefits of democracy?
Wajid khan Mp explains there are ways to resolve
disagreements and conflicts peacefully.
Respect for human dignity. The freedom to act, speak
and think freely (as long as it doesn't prevent others
from doing the same)—equality before the law. A good
government is efficient, transparent, responsive, and
accountable to its citizens.