When you hear the word “Constitution,” what comes to mind? Laws, government, or the rights of the people? In reality, the Constitution is a grand design that combines all of these.
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The word “Constitution” comes from the Latin word Constituere, meaning “establishment” or “foundation.” True to its name, it establishes the system of governance. It defines how the government functions, coordinates between its powers and duties, and regulates the relationship between the government and the citizens.
That’s why it is called in various ways: “The Fundamental Law of the Land,” “Supreme Law of the State,” or “Instrument of Government.”
Around the world, political scientists and experts have given various definitions:
- Wade & Phillips: A sacred legal document that controls the functioning of government components.
- Gettell: The basic principles that determine the structure of the state.
- Vere: The rules that establish and regulate the government system.
- Gilchrist: A set of rules that the government must follow.
In short, the Constitution is not just a book of laws; it is the way of life of a nation. It gives direction to the country, strength to democracy, and rights to the citizens.
That’s why the Constitution is not just a book, “it’s the ultimate rulebook of a nation”.
💡 Fascinating, isn’t it?
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