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What does the Preamble of the Ethiopian Constitution state regarding the countries rich cultural legacies?
What does the Preamble of the Ethiopian Constitution state regarding the countries rich cultural legacies?
The Preamble states that Ethiopia is a country where each nation, nationality and people have long inhabited territories, interacted at various levels and have built up common interests and have contributed to the emergence of a common outlook.
The Ethiopian Constitution guarantees the freedom of artistic creativity.
The Ethiopian Constitution guarantees the freedom of artistic creativity.
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What is the name of the state established by the Ethiopian Constitution?
What is the name of the state established by the Ethiopian Constitution?
Which is the working language of the Federal Government of Ethiopia?
Which is the working language of the Federal Government of Ethiopia?
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The Ethiopian Constitution specifies the existence of a state religion.
The Ethiopian Constitution specifies the existence of a state religion.
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What is the form of government established by the Ethiopian Constitution?
What is the form of government established by the Ethiopian Constitution?
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What are the primary functions of the Federal Supreme Court of Ethiopia?
What are the primary functions of the Federal Supreme Court of Ethiopia?
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How many seats are guaranteed for Minority Nationalities and Peoples in the House of Peoples' Representatives?
How many seats are guaranteed for Minority Nationalities and Peoples in the House of Peoples' Representatives?
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The Ethiopian Constitution states that the right to self-determination for Nations, Nationalities and Peoples includes the right to secession.
The Ethiopian Constitution states that the right to self-determination for Nations, Nationalities and Peoples includes the right to secession.
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What is the procedure for the appointment of the President of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia?
What is the procedure for the appointment of the President of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia?
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What is the procedure for addressing constitutional disputes in Ethiopia?
What is the procedure for addressing constitutional disputes in Ethiopia?
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What is the primary duty of the Council of Ministers of Ethiopia?
What is the primary duty of the Council of Ministers of Ethiopia?
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What rights does the Ethiopian Constitution guarantee for women?
What rights does the Ethiopian Constitution guarantee for women?
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The Ethiopian Constitution requires the State to fully fund all social services.
The Ethiopian Constitution requires the State to fully fund all social services.
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What is the primary objective of the Ethiopian Government in terms of economic policies?
What is the primary objective of the Ethiopian Government in terms of economic policies?
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The Ethiopian Constitution requires a national census to be conducted every five years.
The Ethiopian Constitution requires a national census to be conducted every five years.
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What are the responsibilities of the Council of Constitutional Inquiry in Ethiopia?
What are the responsibilities of the Council of Constitutional Inquiry in Ethiopia?
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Constitution of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia
Constitution of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia
The fundamental law of Ethiopia, outlining its governing principles and structure.
Proclamation No. 1/1995
Proclamation No. 1/1995
The document announcing the official implementation of the Ethiopian Constitution.
Coming into Effect (Constitution)
Coming into Effect (Constitution)
August 21, 1995, was the date when the Ethiopian Constitution enacted.
Study Notes
Federal Negarit Gazeta Proclamation No. 1/1995
- Proclamation to pronounce the coming into effect of the Constitution of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia
- Ratified by the Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples of Ethiopia on December 8, 1994
- Constitution of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia Proclamation No. 1/1995
- Short Title: Constitution of the Federal Democratic Republic
Preamble
- Commitment to lasting peace, a democratic order, and advancing economic and social development
- Full respect of individual and people's fundamental freedoms
- Equality in cultures and religions without discrimination
- Shared interests and common destiny of the Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples of Ethiopia
Chapter One: General Provisions
- Article 1: Nomenclature of the state – The Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia
- Article 2: Ethiopian Territorial Jurisdiction – Boundaries defined by international agreements
- Article 3: Ethiopian Flag – Green, yellow, and red with a national emblem
- Article 4: National Anthem – Reflects the ideals of the Constitution, commitment to democracy, and shared future
- Article 5: Languages – Recognition of all Ethiopian languages. Amharic as the working language for the Federal Government
- Article 6: Nationality – Citizenship based on parentage and possible acquisition by foreigners
Chapter Two: Fundamental Principles of the Constitution
- Article 8: Sovereignty of the People – Sovereignty resides with the Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples of Ethiopia
- Article 9: Supremacy of the Constitution – The Constitution is the supreme law, with no law or decision contradicting it being valid
- Article 10: Human and Democratic Rights - Inviolable and inalienable human rights
- Article 11: Separation of State and Religion – State and religion are separate, with no state religion
Chapter Three: Fundamental Rights and Freedoms
- Article 12: Conduct and Accountability of Government – Transparency and accountability of government officials
- Article 13: Scope of application and interpretation of fundamental rights
- Article 14: Rights to life, security of person, and liberty – Inviolable right to life, security, and personal liberty
- Article 15: Right to Life – Cannot be taken except as punishment for serious crimes
- Article 16: Right to Security of Person – Protection from physical harm
- Article 17: Right to Liberty – Freedom from arbitrary arrest (etc)
Chapter Four: State Structure
- Article 45: Form of Government – Parliamentarian
- Article 46: States of the Federation – Structure based on people's characteristics
- Article 47: Member States of the Federal Democratic Republic – List of current states
- Article 48: State Border Changes – Border disputes resolved through agreement or by the House of the Federation
- Article 49: Capital City – Addis Ababa as the capital with its own self-governing structure
Chapter Five
- Article 50: Structure of the Organs of State – Organization of the Federal Government & States
- Article 51: Powers and Functions of the Federal Government – Outline of Federal Government responsibilities
- Article 52: Powers and Functions of States – Outline of State responsibilities
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