JAMB Government 1992 Question 6

Question 6

Constitutions and Constitutionalism

Which of the following defines a constitution?

  1. A.Any written legal document
  2. B.Basic laws for the conduct of modern government
  3. C.Rules adopted in legislative proceedings
  4. D.The doctrine that limits the powers of government.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Basic laws for the conduct of modern government)

Explanation

A constitution is the body of basic laws and rules that set up a government, share out its powers and govern how it runs.