CONSTITUTION

Constitution

Constitution

Introduction

Constitution is both a philosophical and legal concept as well as a practical manifestation in different political contexts. In both respects it represents one of the main features in the development of the modern state. Constitutionalism presupposes the existence of a constitution, which is typically, but not necessarily, contained in a constitutional document. The essence of Constitution contains three structural and substantive limitations on legislative and executive power. First, constitutions not only constitute but also limit government power, for instance, by separating the organs of state. Second, constitutions expressly protect individual rights against the state. Third, constitutions claim to be higher-order ...