LAWS107 Chapter Notes - Chapter 1: Sex Discrimination Act 1984, False Imprisonment, Liberal Democracy
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It would be necessary for such change to take place as it would give greater recognition to the indigenous people and ensure that equality is upheld. This change would be made possible by the government through legislating acts specifically aimed at the indigenous and the rights they have regarding the lands. In australia, human rights are protected in different ways. Unlike most similar liberal democracies, australia has no bill of rights to protect human rights in a single document. rights may be found in the constitution, common law and legislation - acts passed by the. Constitution it does not protect fundamental rights and freedoms such as the right to life, freedom from torture, the right to equality before the law, or the right to liberty and security of the person. Statute law - sex discrimination act 1984 (cth) (which implements the convention on the. Elimination of all forms of discrimination against women).
