Politics

Constitution

The core set of rules,laws,and principles used to govern a country,state,or group.Its sets up the bramches of goverment,limits how much power they have,and protects the basic rights of the people.

Codified

A consitution contained in a single written document

Uncodifed

A constitution that is not contained in a single written document, comprising various sources such as statutes, conventions, and legal precedents.

Entrenched

A legal provision that makes it difficult to amend or repeal a constitution or law, ensuring that certain rights or principles remain protected and stable over time.

Cons of uncodifed constitution

- Uncertainty: Difficult to precisely define rules as they are spread across various legal and historical sources.

- Lack of Protection: Fundamental rights can be easily changed or removed by a simple majority in parliament.

- Inaccessibility: Harder for ordinary citizens to locate, read, and understand their constitutional rights.

Pros of uncodifed constitution

Can easily adapt to changing societal needs and political circumstances without complex amendment procedures.