Constitutional Sovereignty
/ˌkɒnstɪˈtjuːʃənəl ˌsɒvərənti/
Definitions
- (n.) The principle that the ultimate authority within a state is derived from and limited by its constitution, defining the framework and scope of government power.
Constitutional sovereignty ensures that all government actions comply with the supreme law of the land.
Forms
- constitutional sovereignty
- constitutional sovereignties
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Commentary
This term underscores the supremacy of the constitution as the source of legitimate political power, distinct from absolute or parliamentary sovereignty, emphasizing limits on government authority.
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