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Question
Give three points that define the philosophy underlying the Constitution?
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Solution
The philosophy underlying the Constitution is :
- The Constitution derives all its authority from the citizens of the country and the state is the creation of the people.
- The country must be governed according to the limits set by the sovereign people.
- The Supreme Court has the sole authority to interpret the Constitution.
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