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100
508 B.C- Athens democracy
Athens creates a system of government where the people rule and they call it democracy. In this "democracy" people (these people are men who own land that aren't foreigners) vote on laws and executive bills. -
Period: 100 to
DEVELOPMENT OF DEMOCRACY
This timeline shows a development of democracy from ancient Greece to modern Australia. -
Jan 1, 1215
England
The king signs Magna Carta a treaty which gives some power to the nobles. Meaning the King is no longer in charge. -
Jan 1, 1295
England
King Edward the 1st adopts the idea of model parliament. Meaning that you would have to be elected to become a representative, as well as you could be a peasant. -
England
Charles the 1st tried to arrest four MPs, which sparked a war between the royals and the parliamentry. Which ended up with Charles being beheaded and England becoming a Commonwealth. Then in 1660, England restored its monarchy. -
England
Habeas Corpus Act is passed which allows an individual to challenge their imprisionment. -
England
The Bill of Rights is passed meaning the parties are born. -
Australia
A secret Ballot was held in Tasmania which had ballot papers that were printed at public expense. Those who were standing had their names printed on the papers. -
Federation of Australia
Australia drecidede to federate and become a nation, this meant that the British colonies were no longer British or colonies. Now they would all share a government. -
England
Women over the age of 30 were allowed to vote and stand for parliament.