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What is a constitution according to Lord Bolingbroke?
An assemblage of laws, institutions and customs derived from fixed principles of reason
According to Anthony King, what does the word 'constitution' refer to?
Rules or institutions that regulate the relations among governing institutions
What is the difference between descriptive and normative definitions of constitutions?
Normative definitions involve evaluation or judgment, while descriptive definitions only involve description
Under what situations do constitutions arise?
Social and economic crisis
What does a normative definition of constitution involve?
Evaluation or judgment
Test your knowledge on the concept of constitution, its functions, and the principles of constitutionalism. This quiz will cover definitions, historical perspectives, and key elements of constitutional systems.
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