What are the characteristics of a constitutional government

CHARACTERISTICS OF A CONSTITUTIONAL  GOVERNMENT
  •  EQUALITY BEFORE THE LAW: Constitutionalism
    emphasises the fact that nobody is above the law irrespective of the person’s position or
    wealth. 
  • LIMITATION IN THE EXERCISE OF FUNCTIONS: This means that the
    actions of those who govern should not be absolute. There is constitutional limitations in the exercise of their functions. 
  • FUNDAMENTAL HUMAN RIGHTS: It promotes the
    protection of the citizens fundamental human rights. 
  • POPULAR SOVEREIGNTY: The concept of
    constitutionalism enhance the right of every adult to vote and be voted for at
    any political elections.
  •  JUDICIAL
    INDEPENDENCE: It means that only the  constitutional
    courts can enforce the,people’s rights like high courts,
    appeal courts and the supreme court The application of
    the principle of separation of powers 
  • Equal political
    rights to vote and be voted for 
  • There should be an
    effective process of changing government
  •  The existence of free press

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