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Which term is used to describe a list of the most important rights to the citizens of a country?
Bill of rights
What is the purpose of a bill of rights?
To protect the rights of private citizens
What is an entrenched bill of rights?
A bill of rights that requires a supermajority or referendum to be amended or repealed
Which historical document is an example of a legal charter asserting certain rights for particular groups?
The Magna Carta
Who revived the idea of rights based on citizenship in the early modern period?
Sir Edward Coke
Which term is used to describe a list of the most important rights to the citizens of a country?
Bill of Rights
What is an entrenched bill of rights?
A bill of rights that cannot be amended or repealed
What is the purpose of a bill of rights?
To protect the rights of private citizens
Which historical document is an example of a legal charter asserting certain rights for particular groups?
The Magna Carta
Who revived the idea of rights based on citizenship in the early modern period?
Sir Edward Coke
Test your knowledge on Bills of Rights and their significance in protecting citizens' rights. Learn about the differences between entrenched and unentrenched bills of rights and their impact on legislation.
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