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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?
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?
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?
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?
Which commission provided for the creation of an Executive Council appointed by the Crown?
The Australian Courts Act (1828) provided for what significant change in the New South Wales legislative system?
The Australian Courts Act (1828) provided for what significant change in the New South Wales legislative system?
What was one of the key changes brought about by the Australia Act 1986?
What was one of the key changes brought about by the Australia Act 1986?