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Why is it said that the UK has the most Flexible Constitution in the world? - Political Science

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Why is it said that the UK has the most Flexible Constitution in the world?

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The UK is said to have the most flexible constitution in the world because:

  • No Single Written Document: The UK's constitution is unwritten, consisting of statutes, common law, conventions, and treaties. This allows for easier adjustments.
  • Parliamentary Sovereignty: The UK Parliament has the ultimate authority to make or change any law, including constitutional laws, through the regular legislative process.
  • No Special Amendment Procedure: Unlike rigid constitutions, the UK constitution does not require a special procedure to amend it. A simple majority in Parliament is enough to change any part of the constitution.
  • Easily Adaptable: Due to the lack of a single, rigid document and the sovereignty of Parliament, the UK can quickly adapt its laws to changing circumstances.
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Chapter 4: Constitution - QUESTIONS FOR REVISION [Page 120]

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K. K. Ghai Political Science [English] Class 12 ISC
Chapter 4 Constitution
QUESTIONS FOR REVISION | Q 15. | Page 120
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