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it basically means a new amendment has been added

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Q: What do it mean when you say that the constitution has been amended?
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Is the constitution has never been amended?

No, not ever. Many say that the Constitution is a "living, breathing" document, but it is not. On the other hand, there is a process through which a certain majority of States can ratify (approve) an addition to the Amendments to the Constitution.


Is it correct to say 'amended as per the request 'or 'amended as per request'?

As per request


What does the comment The Constitution is what 5 people say it is mean?

it means that the the constitution is made by the people.


Has the state constitution of Alaska been amended to prohibit same-sex marriage in that state?

Yes, on November 3, 1998. The amendment has since been struck down as unconstitutional. The amendment used to say: To be valid or recognized in this State, a marriage may exist only between one man and one woman.


What do you mean when you say you live under the aegis of the constitution?

it means to follow laws


Has the state constitution of Montana been amended to prohibit same-sex marriage in that state?

Yes, on November 2, 2004, but the amendment was struck down as unconstitutional on November 19, 2014. The amendment used to say: Only a marriage between one man and one woman shall be valid or recognized as a marriage in this state.


How did both influence the creation of the US Constitution?

Impossible to say without knowing who you mean by "both."


The constitution was last amended in 1992 what does this amendment say?

The 27th amendment to the Constitution was ratified in 1992. It says that Congress can't make any laws to decrease or increase their own salaries that will take effect before the next term. This was first proposed in 1789, so it took over 200 years to become law.


2nd amendment right to bear arms does not say unless you are a felon and our constitution is not to be amended on?

That is why the Judicial Branch exists. With rights come responsibilities. If a person cannot accept responsibilities, it is in the public's best interest to relenquish that person of his rights. The courts make rulings to that end. The constitution is not ammended without good cause and, then, only after cautious deliberation.


Can a written work copyright be nullified or amended if it hasn't been published?

Written works are protected by copyright as soon as they are "fixed" in a tangible format, which is to say written down. Publishing is no longer required for protection.


Why has the constitution been able to adapt to changing conditions?

This is an entirely subjective question but... I'd say that the US Constitution is, in and of itself, entirely inert. It has been the US Supreme Court that has bent and molded it through various interpretations through the years.


How do you say its been a while in edo language?

You can say "Ogbe n'ede" in Edo language to mean "It's been a while."