Evolution of Australian Legislature: 1828-1931
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What Act began the transformation of the colony of New South Wales from a de facto autocracy to a constitutional state?

  • New South Wales Act 1823 (correct)
  • Victorian Parliament Act 1865 (UK)
  • Commonwealth of Australia Constitution Act 1900 (UK)
  • Statute of Westminster 1931 (UK)
  • Which Act increased the size of the Legislative Council in New South Wales to 10-15 members and granted it the power to veto laws proposed by the Governor?

  • Statute of Westminster 1931 (UK)
  • Colonial Laws Validity Act 1865 (UK)
  • Australia Act 1986
  • Australian Courts Act 1828 (UK) (correct)
  • Under the New South Wales Act 1823, what was the role of the Governor in enacting laws for the colony?

  • Could only enact laws with approval from Parliament
  • Had no legislative power
  • Could initiate legislation but required approval from Legislative Council (correct)
  • Could enact laws independently without advice
  • Which commission provided for the creation of an Executive Council appointed by the Crown?

    <p>Governor Darling's commission in 1825</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Australian Courts Act (1828) provided for what significant change in the New South Wales legislative system?

    <p>Establishment of a Supreme Court with jurisdiction to review legislation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the key changes brought about by the Australia Act 1986?

    <p>Limitations on state parliaments' powers were removed</p> Signup and view all the answers

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