The purpose of the Australian Democratic Parliament is to convert policy inputs into outcomes and to be the means by which the will of the people is expressed. Its bicameral structure is intended to enable the sovereignty of popular government while maintaining and protecting the interests of the states; its two chambers have distinct identities but similar powers. The four main functions of Parliament are legislation, representation, accountability and the role of forum for debate. It is widely accepted that there has been a decline in parliamentary theses. Proponents of this belief argue that today's parliament supports the executive rather than controlling it and therefore only acts as an electoral college. They say this decline is evident in its failure to effectively vet bills, its members' loyalty to parties rather than the electorate, and its ineffectiveness as a forum for debate. . This essay will evaluate these claims and ultimately conclude whether or not there has been a decline in the parliamentary thesis. The legislative function requires parliament to initiate, deliberate and then adopt legislation. In keeping with its self-image, parliament should ideally allow legislative proposals to be presented by both the government and ordinary members; all such bills should then be reviewed and amended as necessary to make them suitable for enactment. Proponents of the decline of the parliamentary thesis, however, argue that Parliament retains this function only formally because it is in reality dominated by party politics. This claim is based on a variety of factors; first, since the government almost always holds a majority in the lower house, it elects the...... middle of paper...... individuals who are to be elected and express their opinions. In conclusion, Parliament is clearly incapable of fulfilling its traditional functions. This was mainly due to the adoption of the two-party system in 1910, which significantly changed political goals. Proponents of the decline of the parliamentary thesis therefore argue that, compared to the golden age, parliament has deteriorated and is now nothing more than an automatic endorsement of the will of the executive. These critiques, however, fail to take into account that previous parliaments were different, not necessarily better, and while it is true that party dominance has reduced opportunities for debate and the ability to enforce ministerial accountability, it also presents great benefits, such as providing the government with a clear set of measures. policies that he can then defend with an electoral mandate. Additionally, the two-party system also contributes to the stability of the government..