12 Questions
What was the shift of power brought about by the Period of Enlightenment?
From the crown to the individual
What principle did liberalism advocate in terms of rights before the law?
Egalitarianism
What are modern democracies founded on in terms of democratic objectives?
Protection of human dignity and respect for human rights
What is the primal duty of the government according to the text?
Protection and service of the people
What institution exercises sovereign powers, as mentioned in the text?
The government
What powers does the government possess that are not conferred by the Constitution?
Inherent powers
What are the three powers that every government exercises?
Police power, power of eminent domain, power of taxation
What is the primary purpose of the Bill of Rights?
To safeguard individuals from violations by the government and by individuals or groups of individuals.
How does the Constitution balance the power of the government and the freedoms of individuals?
By providing limitations on both the government's powers and the individuals' rights.
What is the significance of the Bill of Rights in a democratic constitution?
It is an indispensable part that aims at balancing government power and individual freedoms.
What rights are protected by the Bill of Rights?
Civil and political rights of individuals
Give an example of how the Constitution resolves conflicts between government powers and individual rights.
By requiring the government to provide just compensation when taking private property for public use.
Test your knowledge on the Bill of Rights and the balance between government power and individual freedom. Learn about the shift of power from monarchs to the people during the Period of Enlightenment and the principles of liberalism.
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