L.1 Law of Constitution

<p>Supreme Court (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Judiciary (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Central executive leader responsible for policy formulation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Hold individual ministers accountable (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Rule of law (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Absolute supremacy of regular law (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The accountability of government to the electorate (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Global Economic Forum (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Article 3 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>International law (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Formal exit from the EU (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Basic institutional principles of the state (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Right to resist the abolition of the constitutional order (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Equality of all individuals before the law (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Freedom from government intervention (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To make legislation and check the government (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Government (Executive) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is both unwritten and flexible (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Lord Chief Justice (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They perform constitutional duties and enjoy rights (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To debate and check legislation proposed by the House of Commons (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The constitution protects individual rights while setting obligations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Hold a cabinet post and govern justice (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>State institutions must act lawfully. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It shall be an integral part of federal law. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>State authority derives from the people. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Parliament acts independently of law. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The exit of the UK from the European Union. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It protects human dignity as a core principle. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Article 2 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To serve as a constitution for the European Union. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The rights of children born outside of marriage. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Federal law prevails over Land law. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Parliament (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Scrutinise Government action (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is flexible (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Monarch (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Minister within the Cabinet (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Interpret legislation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Citizens have both rights and duties (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Crown, House of Commons, and House of Lords (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>All government actions must adhere to the law. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It ensures equality before the law for all individuals. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>If there are no other remedies available. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Federal law takes precedence over Land law. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Federal Constitutional Court. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Article 5. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Interpretation and enforcement of EU law. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>UK Parliament retains the right to create its own laws independently. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It provided a constitution-like structure for the EU. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Legal accountability. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Flexible and unwritten (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Independent media (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Hold the Government accountable (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Lord Chief Justice (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Apply and interpret legislation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Parliament holds the Executive accountable (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Right to vote in general elections (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The rule of law (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Article 5 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>European Council (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Personal freedoms (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Parliamentary sovereignty (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Withdrawal from the European Union (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It shall be an integral part of federal law. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Rule of law (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To define the democratic structure of the state (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Limitations on governmental powers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The relationship between the state and the individual (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Flexible and unwritten (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Make legislation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Represents the armed forces and the Church of England (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Interprets and applies legislation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Formulator of governmental policy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It debates legislation and checks the government (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Civic duties and rights such as voting (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Everyone is entitled to equitable treatment under the law. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Institutions must act within legal frameworks and uphold democratic values. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Federal law takes precedence over Land law. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>All citizens must follow the law, regardless of status. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Freedom of faith, conscience, and creed. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The constitution is unwritten and derived from statutes and conventions. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>All state authority is derived from the people. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It enhances the legislative processes of the union. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To create and debate legislation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Parliament holds the Government accountable for its actions. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is primarily unwritten rather than a single, codified document. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To apply and interpret existing laws. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Managing day-to-day government operations (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It debates and reviews legislation proposed by the House of Commons. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It operates under a monarchical unitary system. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To perform jury services. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Punishments must be established by law and be proportionate. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>State institutions must act in accordance with established laws. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Article 4 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>If no other remedy is available. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To draft and amend proposed legislation. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It led to the formal exit of the UK from the EU. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Government operates without legal accountability. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>All individuals are treated the same under the law. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It must act legally and is accountable to the electorate. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The supreme law of a state, outlining its structure, functions, and relationship with citizens. Usually a written document.

The British constitution is unwritten, meaning it's not codified in a single document. It's a blend of statutes, common law, conventions, and historical practices.

The monarch is the ceremonial head of state in the UK, with symbolic powers. They are not involved in day-to-day governance.

The government, led by the Prime Minister and Cabinet, is responsible for formulating and implementing policy.

The Parliament is made up of the House of Commons (elected) and the House of Lords (unelected). They make laws, debate important issues, and scrutinize the government.

The Judiciary is the system of courts that interpret and apply the law. The Supreme Court is the highest court in the UK.

Citizens have both duties and rights. Duties include civic responsibilities like jury service. Rights include the right to vote and protection under the law.

The rule of law means that everyone, including those in power, is subject to the law. It ensures fairness, transparency, and accountability.

The principle that the government and its officials are subject to the law, and that everyone is equal before the law.

A set of unwritten principles that guide the interpretation and application of the law, representing fundamental values.

The idea that the Constitution is the supreme law of the land and that all other laws must conform to it.

The Act that repealed the European Communities Act 1972 and formally removed UK from the EU.

The treaty that sets out the fundamental principles and institutions of the European Union.

The highest court in the European Union, responsible for interpreting and enforcing EU law.

The fundamental law of Germany, guaranteeing basic human rights and defining the structure of government.

Article 1 of the Basic Law for the Federal Republic of Germany, guaranteeing protection of human dignity.

Article 20 of the Basic Law for the Federal Republic of Germany, defining Germany as a democratic and social federal state.

Article 25 of the Basic Law for the Federal Republic of Germany, stating that international law is an integral part of German law.

The British Constitution is flexible, unwritten, monarchical, and unitary, meaning it can be adapted easily, is not codified in a single document, has a monarch as head of state, and has a single central government.

The UK government is made up of the Prime Minister, Cabinet, government departments, and civil servants. It is responsible for formulating and implementing policy.

Parliament is responsible for making legislation, debating important issues, and checking on the government. It comprises the House of Commons (elected) and the House of Lords (unelected).

Citizens in the UK have both civic duties, like jury service, and constitutional rights, such as the right to vote and protection under the law. They also enjoy fundamental rights and freedoms like a fair trial and the right to life.

The Basic Law for the Federal Republic of Germany 1949 (as amended in 1993) guarantees basic human rights and defines the structure of the German government.

The Government formulates policy based on its manifesto, initiates policy, and introduces legislation to Parliament. Its main functions involve translating political will into action.

The principle that the state's institutions, especially Parliament, must act ethically and within legal boundaries.

The treaty that established the fundamental principles and institutions of the European Union in 2007.

The European Union (EU) is a group of European countries that have agreed to work together on matters such as trade, travel, and security.

The idea that authority is rooted in the people and exercised through elected officials. It highlights the importance of democratic processes like voting and representation.