The features of French constitution in 1791 were the following :
- A written constitution was made on the basis of people’s wishes.
- France was declared a constitutional monarchy by this.
- The powers of the king were restricted. His role now became symbolic only. He was made a salaried official.
- The National Assembly was given the right to make laws.
- The power of the people was made paramount and the principle of sovereignty of people was implemented.
- The principle of segregation of power given by Montesque was implemented. The powers of governance were divided into legislature, executive and judiciary.
