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What is a constitution? |
The constitution of a country tells us how that country will be run. Including rules about elections, powers of elected officials and political rights our people have. |
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2 ways the term goverment can be used |
To mean the ruling political party (the Government of the day) Institutions which involve in running the country. |
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What sources make up our NZ Constitution? |
Principles of the Rule of Law The Treaty of Waitangi The Electoral Act 1993 The Constitution Act 1993 The New Zealand Bill of Rights Act 1990 The Treaty of Waitangi Act 1975 OLD Uk Statues Conventions Decisions of the court |
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Rule of Law |
Principles that form the basis of a just relationship between the government and individuals. Designed to avoid the arbitrary exercise of power by governments and to ensure power is exercised in a controlled, just manner. |
