Government and the constitution Flashcards
Why are laws put in place by the government?
Protect citizens
To make sure everyone is equal
Help govern our country
Penalties for breaking the law
Fines
Community Service
Imprisonment
(Death penalty abolished in 1955)
What is the constitution?
The constitution is a set of rules (Supreme Law of he Land) and principles which a government must follow
New constitution
Constitution of Republic of South Africa - 10th of December 1996
To overcome and correct the apartheid rule of racism, inequality and human rights abuse
Fundamental Rights
Equality between men and women
Banning racial and gender discrimination
Equality before the law
Protection of different languages and cultures
Fair labour
Separation between government - open and responsible administration
Independent and impartial public service commission
Security force
