The Application of the Doctrine of Reception in Australia Meant

question 46

Multiple Choice

The application of the doctrine of reception in Australia meant that:

• A)the laws of the indigenous Australians remained in place and were recognised by the British.
• B)native title laws were recognised by the British.
• C)the British settlers brought British laws with them.
• D)British laws and laws of the indigenous Australians were assimilated.

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