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Is it legal in Australia to use violence in a protest against the government to bring about changes in the law?
Answer: No, Australians reject violence as a means of changing the law
$2.99 to unlock practice modeYes, violent protests are allowed if they are short and do not harm anyone
No, Australians reject violence as a means of changing the law
Yes, if enough people gather to outnumber law enforcement
Yes, protesters can destroy property if they believe their cause is just
Chapter: Australia’s democratic beliefs, rights and liberties
Australians believe that change should occur through discussion, peaceful persuasion, and the democratic process. We reject violence as a way to change a person’s mind or the law.
- Our Common Bond (pdf version),
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