Why do we need a Constitution

The validity of law comes from proper constitutional procedure. In exams connect procedure with democratic legitimacy.

A constitution expects the state to act fairly and according to rules. In exams connect rights with state accountability.

Equal citizenship gives citizens equal legal status. In exams connect citizenship with rights and status.

The amendment procedure makes the constitution both flexible and stable. In exams write balance between change and continuity.

Checks and balances prevent any organ from becoming authoritarian. In exams connect it with separation of powers.

In democracy citizen participation is the basis of legitimacy. In exams connect participation with popular sovereignty.

In person-based rule rules and rights can become weak. In exams distinguish institutional rule from personal rule.

Constitutional justice guides both governance and society. In exams understand justice as a broad value.

Constitutional procedure makes decisions legitimate and trustworthy. In exams write the relation between procedure and legitimacy.

Working institutions are needed to protect rights. In exams understand rights and institutions together.

A constitution states shared consent about the citizen-state relationship. In exams understand it as a basic agreement.

Fundamental rights limit even majority power. In exams see rights as protection from majoritarianism.

Pre-decided rules help citizens know how governance will work. In exams connect predictability with rule of law.

An independent judiciary fairly protects rights and the constitution. In exams call the judiciary a constitutional guardian.

Equality gives legal protection and dignity to weaker groups. In exams connect it with social justice.

Liberty and equality together balance democratic life. In exams understand values together not separately.

Broad discussion makes the constitution more legitimate and acceptable. In exams connect process with legitimacy.

A constitution needs practice to remain alive. In exams write both written rules and actual practice.

Clear procedures and institutions make governance more transparent. In exams connect transparency with accountability.

A constitution gives people rights and participation. In exams understand the difference between subjects and citizens.