How is freedom of speech described in Australia?
- A core Australian value that underpins our democratic system ✓
- A recent rule that the courts introduced for elections
- A privilege granted by parliament to citizens only
- A tradition that applies only inside parliament
Why this is the answer
Free speech is treated as a core value because democracy depends on people being able to speak openly.
This question is from: Freedom of speech and freedom of expression
More questions from this topic
- Besides obeying the law, what else is expected of people who speak and express their views?
- Freedom of expression allows people to express their views through which of these?
- What does freedom of speech mean in Australia?
- What limit always applies when people use freedom of speech and freedom of expression?
- Where may people in Australia meet for social or political discussion?
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