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A constitution is a document

A constitution is a document
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  • A Drafted by the Constituent Assembly
  • B Which states in written form the basic laws governing a country
  • C Which spells out how the president is to be elected
  • D Which forms the basis upon which a government rules a given state
  • E Which states that the central government is superior to state governments
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
A constitution is the basic framework upon which a government rules a given state. It may be written or unwritten, and it sets out the fundamental principles and rules of governance. While some constitutions are drafted by constituent assemblies or spell out how the president is elected, the most general and accurate description is that it forms the basis upon which a government rules.

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