Constitution: A fundamental legal document that establishes the structure, powers, and limits of government, and guarantees rights to individuals. It serves as the supreme law of the land.
Constitutional Law: The body of law that interprets and applies the principles set out in the constitution, regulating the organization and functioning of government and safeguarding fundamental rights.
Rule of Law: A principle that all individuals and government entities are subject to and accountable under the law, ensuring fairness, justice, and equality before the law.
Supremacy Clause: A constitutional provision (e.g., Article VI, Clause 2 of the U.S. Constitution) stating that the constitution, federal laws, and treaties take precedence over state laws and constitutions.
Fundamental Rights: Basic rights and freedoms guaranteed to individuals by the constitution, such as freedom of speech, equality, and privacy, which are protected from infringement by the state.
1. What does constitutional law primarily refer to?
2. How many Articles are there in the main body of the U.S. Constitution?
3. What is the primary role of the Bill of Rights in the U.S. Constitution?
Constitutional Law — definition?
Law interpreting the constitution's principles.
U.S. Constitution — structure?
Articles organize government; amendments modify it.
Bill of Rights — purpose?
Protects fundamental civil liberties from government infringement.
Constitution — definition?
Fundamental legal document establishing government structure and rights.
Judicial Review — role?
Courts assess laws' constitutionality.
Separation of Powers — principle?
Dividing government into three branches.
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