constitiution A-level revision Edexcel paper 2 (uk) Flashcards
What is the supreme law of the UK?
The Constitution
True or False: The UK constitution is written in a single document.
False
What are the two main types of constitution?
Unwritten and written
Fill in the blank: The UK constitution is primarily __________.
uncodified
What is the significance of the Magna Carta (1215)?
It established the principle of the rule of law.
Which Act is known for establishing the principle of parliamentary sovereignty?
The Parliament Acts of 1911 and 1949
What is parliamentary sovereignty?
The principle that Parliament can make or repeal any law.
True or False: The UK has a codified constitution.
False
What is the role of the judiciary in the UK constitution?
To interpret and apply the law.
What does the term ‘devolution’ refer to in the UK context?
The transfer of powers from Parliament to regional governments.
Which document is considered a key source of constitutional law in the UK?
The Human Rights Act 1998
Fill in the blank: The UK Parliament consists of the House of __________ and the House of __________.
Commons, Lords
What is the purpose of the Separation of Powers?
To prevent the concentration of power in one branch of government.
Which body is responsible for proposing new laws in the UK?
Parliament
What is the maximum term length for a UK Parliament before a general election must be called?
Five years
True or False: The Prime Minister is the head of state in the UK.
False
What is the role of the Monarchy in the UK constitution?
Ceremonial and constitutional duties.
What is a ‘convention’ in the context of the UK constitution?
An unwritten rule that is followed by the political system.
Fill in the blank: The __________ is the highest court in the UK.
Supreme Court
What is the significance of the Fixed-term Parliaments Act 2011?
It established a system of fixed parliamentary terms.
Which principle limits the powers of the government in the UK?
The rule of law
What is meant by ‘judicial review’?
The power of courts to assess the legality of government actions.
True or False: The UK constitution allows for unlimited power of Parliament.
True
What is the function of the House of Lords?
To review and suggest amendments to legislation.
What does the term ‘checks and balances’ refer to?
Mechanisms that prevent any one branch of government from becoming too powerful.
Fill in the blank: The __________ is responsible for maintaining the UK’s constitution.
Parliament
