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Which of the following is NOT a quality of a good constitution?
Which of the following is NOT a quality of a good constitution?
- Arbitrariness (correct)
- Clarity
- Brevity
- Comprehensive
A constitution primarily serves to define the rights and duties of the government and the people.
A constitution primarily serves to define the rights and duties of the government and the people.
True (A)
What does the Latin word constituere mean?
What does the Latin word constituere mean?
to establish or to set up
A constitution is commonly referred to as the ______ law of the state.
A constitution is commonly referred to as the ______ law of the state.
Match the following functions of a constitution with their descriptions:
Match the following functions of a constitution with their descriptions:
Flashcards
Constitution Definition
Constitution Definition
A set of rules that defines how a government operates and the rights and duties of citizens.
Constitution's Purpose
Constitution's Purpose
Establishes a political community, defines its nature and authority, and expresses the identity/values of its people.
Good Constitution Qualities (Brevity)
Good Constitution Qualities (Brevity)
A concise and simple constitution that avoids unnecessary details.
Good Constitution Qualities (Clarity)
Good Constitution Qualities (Clarity)
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Good Constitution Qualities (Definiteness)
Good Constitution Qualities (Definiteness)
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Good Constitution Qualities (Comprehensive)
Good Constitution Qualities (Comprehensive)
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Good Constitution Qualities (Suitability)
Good Constitution Qualities (Suitability)
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Good Constitution Qualities (Stability)
Good Constitution Qualities (Stability)
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Study Notes
Meaning of Constitution
- Constitution comes from the Latin word "constituere" meaning "to establish" or "to set up"
- It's a set of principles that define how a government operates and the relationship between the government and its people
- It outlines rights and duties of both government and citizens
- It's also known as the fundamental law of the land, supreme law, or basic law
- It's an instrument for governance, a basic structure, and a fundamental norm for a country.
Functions of a Constitution
- Defines the boundaries of a political community
- Establishes the nature and authority of the political community
- Reflects the identity and values of a nation
- According to Elliot Bulmer, these are the main functions of a constitution
Qualities of a Good Constitution
- Concise and brief
- Clear and understandable
- Precise and well-defined
- Comprehensive and thorough
- Suitable for a specific society
- Stable and enduring (easily amendable according to societal and political changes)
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