Constitutional Foundations (UK & US)
This 1215 document was the first to limit the king’s absolute power.
What is the Magna Carta?
In this institution, nine Justices review appeals and interpret the Constitution.
What is the Supreme Court?
This event shocked the country because the President was killed in public.
Why did Lincoln’s assassination shock the nation?
This document confirmed parliamentary authority after a political crisis in 1689.
When did the Bill of Rights establish Parliament’s sovereignty?
This 1803 case gave SCOTUS the power to review the constitutionality of laws.
What is Marbury v. Madison?
This violent event happened when rioters stormed the Capitol to stop the 2020 election certification.
When did the riot at the U.S. Capitol occur?
This 2009 reform strengthened the separation between courts and Parliament.
How did the creation of the UK Supreme Court improve separation of powers?
When their impartiality could be questioned.
When should judges follow the rule of disqualification?
When the Court said states must provide lawyers to poor defendants.
When did the Supreme Court rule in Gideon’s favor?
This principle shapes the UK constitution by giving Parliament final authority over all laws.
In what ways has parliamentary sovereignty influenced British constitutional law?
This problem has increased because people believe Justices follow political lines.
Why has public trust in the Supreme Court declined?
Companies should add clear disclaimers.
What should companies do before advertising unusual offers?
This principle has limited both monarchs and governments by requiring that even the highest authorities act according to the law.
In what ways has the rule of law restricted the power of governments?
This doctrine has created controversy by allowing judges to hear cases even when a conflict of interest exists.
To what extent has the rule of necessity challenged the idea of an unbiased Supreme Court?
This global practice has persisted despite international protections, placing minors at risk through coercion.
In what ways has child marriage endangered minors?