Who were involved in the Mabo decision?

• A. Eddie Mabo and other activists
• B. The Prime Minister and the Governor-General
• C. The Australian High Court judges only
• D. Eddie Mabo only

Answer: (A)

The main idea here is who brought and drove the case that led to the decision. Eddie Mabo, along with other Meriam people, initiated the legal action to challenge colonial land titles and seek recognition of native title. The High Court then delivered the ruling, recognizing native title for the Meriam people. So the best choice is the one that names Eddie Mabo and other activists, because it reflects both the leader of the case and the group who joined him in the claim. The Prime Minister and Governor-General weren’t parties to the case, the decision was made by the High Court, and Eddie Mabo alone would miss the others who were part of the lawsuit.