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What is the main reason why state constitutions are amended more often than the US Constitution?
Although I'm not certain, I suspect it is due to the fact that the federal government may govern only what the U.S. Constitution specifically allows it to, but state governments have to govern everything else.
(Note: If you doubt the validity of this answer, please re-read the 10th Amendment.)
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What is the main difference between the US federal constitution and the various state constitutions?
There is one US Constitution, governing the US federal government. There are 50 different state constitutions, governing 50 different states.
How often is the constitution amended?
Not very often. The Constitution of the United States, originally ratified in 1789, has been amended only 27 times, with the first 10 amendments, known as the Bill of Rights, enacted all at once in 1791. The 18th amendment, relating to Prohibition, was repealed by the 21st, so there have really only been 16 changes to the Constitution since the Bill of Rights. The most recent amendment, the 27th, relating to congressional compensation, was enacted in 1992. The one prior to that, the 26th, giving 18 year olds the right to vote, was enacted in 1971.
Why did Frederick William IV grant a constitution?
Frederick William IV was a fan of constitutions. These were often his resolution to many of the problems that his country faced during his rule. His biggest constitution was created when he decided to turn Prussia into a liberal government.
Which of these features are contained within written constitutions?
Constitutions often have the basic values and ideas that are held by the country. They also include many of the laws that will be upheld in the country.
How did the state constitution contribute to the constitution?
The constitutions of the states were often the proving ground for new amendments. For instance, the Wyoming Constitution allowed women to vote. After a while, a new amendment was added to the US Constitution allowing women to vote.
