Showing posts with label citizenship tests. Show all posts
Showing posts with label citizenship tests. Show all posts

Sunday, August 26, 2007

Citizenship Tests for New Australians

BBC: Australia has unveiled details of a new citizenship test for immigrants.

They will be asked questions about history, institutions and culture - as well as committing to Australian social values focusing on "mateship".

The aim of the test was to get "that balance between diversity and integration correct in future", said Immigration Minister Kevin Andrews.

Critics believe the requirement of an English language exam discriminates against non-English speakers.

The new citizenship test is expected to be introduced later this year.

The details were unveiled in a 40-page draft guide that is to be given to all applicants. Australia unveils immigrant tests (more)

Mark Alexander