Constitution Flashcards
Birth of democracy
27 April 1994
Why was the Constitution necessary?
Ensure equality for all citizens
What does democracy imply?
All citizens regardless of colour or culture, have the right to vote for the government
What falls under the constitution?
Private citizens and business
What does the constitution form the basis of?
All other laws within the country
Why did the new constitution result in many other laws?
Amend to incorporate the new provisions
What was the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa adopted by?
Constitutional Assembly
When was the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa adopted?
8 May 1966
When was the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa amended?
11 October 1966
Name the three specific areas that affect business
- Human rights
- Inclusivity
- Environmental issues
What is human rights included in?
Preamble, first issue addressed Chapter One of the Constitution
What does the issue of human rights occupy?
35 sections of Chapter 2
What does chapter two contain?
The Bill of Rights
What is the Bill of Rights?
Detailed and specific rights and responsibilities of all citizens of the country
What responsibility does the citizen have with the laws?
Uphold these laws and values