Question 1
What key legal doctrine was overturned by the High Court of Australia in the 1992 Mabo v Queensland (No. 2) decision?
Correct Answer:
Terra Nullius
Question 2
Which federal legislation was enacted in response to the 1992 Mabo decision to establish a legal framework for determining Native Title claims?
Correct Answer:
Native Title Act 1993
Question 3
In the 1996 Wik Peoples v Queensland High Court decision, what was ruled regarding pastoral leases and Native Title?
Correct Answer:
Native Title and pastoral leases can co-exist, but pastoral rights prevail in the event of any conflict.
Question 4
Under the NSW Aboriginal Land Rights Act 1983 (ALRA), what land is eligible for claim by Local Aboriginal Land Councils?
Correct Answer:
Unalienated Crown land that is not needed for an essential public purpose
Question 5
Which statement best distinguishes statutory Aboriginal Land Rights in NSW from Federal Native Title?
Correct Answer:
NSW Land Rights provides freehold land grants as compensation, whereas Native Title recognizes pre-existing customary rights requiring continuous connection.
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