Constitutional law provides the legal framework for the Australian
political and legal systems, and thus touches almost every aspect
of Australian life. The Handbook offers a critical analysis of some
of the most significant aspects of Australian constitutional
arrangements, setting them against the historical, legal,
political, and social contexts in which Australia's constitutional
system has developed. It takes care to highlight the distinctive
features of the Australian constitutional system by placing the
Australian system, where possible, in global perspective. The
chapters of the Handbook are arranged in seven thematically-grouped
parts. The first, 'Foundations', deals with aspects of Australian
history which have influenced constitutional arrangements. The
second, 'Constitutional Domain', addresses the interaction between
the constitution and other relevant legal systems and orders,
including the common law, international law, and state
constitutions. The third, 'Themes', identifies themes of special
constitutional significance, including the legitimacy of the
constitution, citizenship, and republicanism. The fourth, 'Practice
and Process', deals with practical issues relevant to
constitutional litigation, including the processes, techniques, and
authority of the High Court of Australia. The final three parts
deal with the structural building blocks of the Australian
Constitutional system: 'Separation of Powers', 'Federalism', and
the 'Protection of Rights.' Written by a team of experts drawn from
academia and practice, the Handbook provides Australian and
international readers alike with a reliable source of knowledge,
understanding, and insight into the Australian Constitution.
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