Social Contract Theory and Its Critics
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What is the basis of a further subdivision of a rigid constitution?

  • The extent of the legislature's power
  • The presence of a supreme court
  • The number of constitutional articles
  • Whether the special amending procedure is the sole power of the legislature or some agency outside the legislative has to be brought in (correct)

    • What is the implication of a constitution being supreme over the legislature?

  • Some agency outside the legislative has to be brought in for amendment (correct)
  • The constitution can be altered at will
  • The legislature has absolute power
  • The constitution is inferior to the legislature

    • Which article of the German Federal Republic Constitution protects the federal system from changes?

  • Article 20
  • Article 79
  • Article 1
  • Not specified in the text (correct)

    • What is the significance of Article 79 of the German Federal Republic Constitution?

    <p>It makes amendments to basic principles inadmissible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of the United States Constitution before 1808?

    <p>It had some provisions that were unalterable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of a constitution being 'entrenched'?

    <p>It is a rigid constitution that cannot be easily altered</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of a military constitution?

    <p>It is a supreme constitution that limits the power of the legislature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major advantage of a military constitution?

    <p>It clearly defines the hierarchical structure of state organs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a disadvantage of a military constitution?

    <p>It leads to competition among state organs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of a Monarchical Constitution?

    <p>The King or Queen is the head of government with limited authority</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who inherits power in a monarchical constitution?

    <p>One of the King's or Queen's children</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main argument of critics of social contract theory?

    <p>That people are born into existing societies and have no choice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the distinction between the head of government in a monarchical constitution and a republican constitution?

    <p>In a monarchical constitution, the head of government is inherited, while in a republican constitution, the head of government is elected</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are the original proponents of social contract theory mentioned in the passage?

    <p>John Locke, David Hume, and Jean-Jacques Rousseau</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe the contract between a child and their parents?

    <p>Filial contract</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the terms of the filial contract, according to the passage?

    <p>The child provides certain pleasures to their parents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is the filial contract established, according to the passage?

    <p>At the moment of bonding between parents and child following birth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the benefits the child receives according to the filial contract?

    <p>Love, support, guidance, and protection from their parents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key advantage of having a written constitution?

    <p>It provides a direct source of reference and ensures clarity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential disadvantage of written constitutions?

    <p>They are rigid and cannot be easily amended</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of unwritten constitutions?

    <p>They are elastic and adaptable to change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a critique of written constitutions?

    <p>They do not encompass the totality of the constitution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential issue with unwritten constitutions?

    <p>They are scattered across various legislation and conventions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key difference between written and unwritten constitutions?

    <p>Written constitutions are rigid, while unwritten constitutions are adaptable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for the Constitution's supreme importance in a state?

    <p>It reflects the sovereign will of the people.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key feature of a democratic Constitution?

    <p>It guarantees the citizens' protection against arbitrary governmental actions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Constitution specify in a federation?

    <p>The division of powers between the central government and the governments of the federating states.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a fundamental aspect of the Constitution?

    <p>It is binding upon the government and citizens.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the Constitution in ensuring the rule of law?

    <p>It provides for the independence of the judiciary and rule of law.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the primary functions of the Constitution?

    <p>To lay down the aims, objectives, values, and goals of the people.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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