Constitución Española de 1978 - Principios Generales

Study Notes

Fundamento de la Constitución: Based on a democratic state of law, the indivisible unity of Spain, the independence of state powers, and the territorial organization of the state.
Lengua Oficial: Spanish (castellano) is the official language of the state, and all Spanish citizens have the right and duty to know and use it.
Autonomía Regional: The Constitution recognizes and guarantees the right to autonomy of the nationalities and regions that make up Spain, including autonomous communities.
Preámbulo (Preamble): Serves as a declaration of intent, guiding interpretation, not legally binding.
Aprobación, Ratificación y Publicación de la Constitución: Approved by the Cortes on October 31, 1978, ratified by popular referendum on December 16, 1978, and officially published on December 29, 1978.
Motivos de la Constitución: The reasons and goals behind the constitution are explained in the preliminary title.

Derechos a la Autonomía: The constitution guarantees the right to self-governance for the Spanish nationalities and regions.
Español y Castellano: Castellano (Spanish) is the official language though all Spanish citizens have the right and responsibility to know and use it.
Privación de la Nacionalidad (Loss of Nationality): Spanish citizens can lose their nationality under certain conditions, such as membership in terrorist groups or attempts against the King or other members of the Royal Family or the government.
Orden Político (Political Order): The dignity of the individual, inherent inviolable rights, and respect for the law are fundamental to political order and social peace.