Constitution: Constitution is a set of laws which regulate the composition and functions of organs of government and relations between the government and the citizens. It states basic structure and powers of the state. It also states rights and duties of the citizens. It is therefore, most important document of every country. Every state must have a constitution.
We must respect our Constitution for the reasons noted below :
- The Constitution determines the form of government in a country.
- It states the powers of the government and its different organs. Thus it is the source of powers and authority of the government.
- It states the relations between different organs of government and delimits the scope of their activities.
- The Constitution of a country safeguards the rights granted to its citizens.
