Which branch is primarily responsible for interpreting laws?

• A. Judiciary
• B. Legislative
• C. Executive
• D. Parliament

Answer: (A)

Interpreting laws is the job of the judiciary, including courts and judges who read the wording of statutes, apply them to the facts of a case, and decide what the law means in that situation. They also check that laws and government actions comply with the Constitution, using judicial review to resolve disputes and ensure fair application. In Australia, the High Court and other courts interpret and enforce laws, and they can strike down laws that don’t fit constitutional requirements. The legislative branch is responsible for making laws, while the executive branch enforces them. Parliament is the law-making body within the legislative framework.