JAMB Government 1981 Question 2

Question 2

Constitutions and Constitutionalism

The philosophy and fundamental laws of a country are contained in its

  1. A.manifesto
  2. B.constitution
  3. C.party programme
  4. D.decrees
  5. E.edicts
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (constitution)

Explanation

A constitution contains the basic laws and guiding principles of a state. A manifesto or programme belongs to a party, and decrees and edicts are ordinary military-era laws.