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Which constitutional principle was central to the writing of the Bill of Rights?
Most importantly, Hamilton argued that “the constitution is itself, in every rational sense, and to every useful purpose, A BILL OF RIGHTS” because of the principle of limited government. During the ratification debate, Federalists in many states had to make compromises.
Which of the following principles holds that government may do only those things?
The principle of limited government holds that no government is all-powerful, that a government may do only those things that the people have given it the power to do.
Which of the following is a constitutional principle that is the idea that people are the source of all power held by the government?
The Constitution rests on the idea of popular sovereignty—a government in which the people rule.
What was the central principle of the Constitution?
The Constitution reflects seven basic principles. They are popular sovereignty, limited government, separation of powers, checks and balances, federalism, republicanism, and individual rights. principle, known as popular sovereignty, states that the people have the right to alter or abolish their government.