Learn for the NZ Citizenship Test

The NZ Bill of Rights Act 1990 is the foundational law protecting your civil and political rights. Learn what it covers, what it does not, and how it applies to you as a citizen.

• What the NZBORA protects
• Civil & political rights
• Limits on government power
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The Human Rights Act 1993 protects people from discrimination. Understand what grounds are protected, how to make a complaint, and the role of the Human Rights Commission.

• Grounds for protection
• Employment discrimination
• Human Rights Commission
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Certain criminal convictions can affect your citizenship application. This lesson explains what must be disclosed, how convictions are assessed, and what rights you retain as a citizen.

• What offences must be declared
• Impact on application
• Good character requirement
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New Zealand is a constitutional monarchy and parliamentary democracy. Learn who holds power, how Parliament is structured, and the process by which Bills become law.

• Role of Parliament
• The Governor-General
• Cabinet & Prime Minister
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Voting is both a right and a responsibility of NZ citizenship. This lesson explains MMP, the two-vote system, eligibility to vote, and how your vote shapes Parliament.

• Who is eligible to vote
• How MMP works
• Party vote vs electorate vote
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Democracy is more than elections. Understand the principles that underpin NZ's system of government: rule of law, separation of powers, and independent courts.

• Rule of law
• Separation of powers
• Independent judiciary
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As a NZ citizen you have the right to a New Zealand passport. Learn what this means in practice, how dual citizenship works, and your obligations when travelling.

• Right to a NZ passport
• Dual citizenship countries
• Passport renewal process
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Citizenship comes with real responsibilities. This lesson covers jury duty, obeying NZ law, contributing to your community, and the meaning of the citizenship pledge.

• Jury duty obligation
• Obeying NZ law
• The citizenship pledge
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