Separation of Powers Return to Principles The separation of powers is a concept that requires that the arms of government act as checks and balances on each other’s power. It is the ultimate protection of human rights as it ensures that it is the law that rules,...
What is the Rule of Law? The Rule of Law is an ideal about the way our society should run to ensure equality and fairness to all people. It is the best protection of human rights and provides a safe and stable community for all members. At its most basic level, the...
Ruled by Just Laws Return to Principles Under the rule of law, all people should be ruled by just laws. But what makes a good law? Is it just a law that happens to be supported by the political party we favour? Or is there something more fundamental, some set of...
The below videos help students understand the rule of law. These videos can be found on the Rule of Law Legal Studies Youtube channel. New Human Rights Explainer Videos Concepts in the Law with Mr Walter Sofronoff KC Current Issues What is the rule of law video series...
Eureka Debate: Was Lieutenant-Governor Charles Hotham right to strictly enforce the mining licence that led to the Eureka rebellion? December 3rd marks the anniversary of the Eureka Rebellion. This is the name given to a rebellion by gold miners who stood against...
Checks and Balances At its most basic level, the rule of law is the concept that both the government and citizens know the law and obey it. With power comes responsibility, and the need for continual restraints and checks on power is essential. The rule of law...
