The Magna Carta, signed in 1215, is a foundational document that limits a king's power by establishing the principle that everyone, including the monarch, is subject to the law. It introduced concepts such as due process and the right to a fair trial, laying the groundwork for constitutional governance. This historic charter was pivotal in the development of constitutional law and the protection of individual rights against arbitrary rule.
limits power of kings.
Monarchs (kings and queens)
Constitutional law
Constitutional Law
Constitutional Law
It placed limits upon the absolute power of the King and made him subject to the law
the law limits the power of the king.
limits kings powers
limits kings powers
The Constitution limits the president's power based on checks and balance.
The Magna Carta, of 1215 placed the first limits on English KingsThe Magna Carta, of 1215 placed the first limits on English Kings
The Magna Carta established the kings were not above the law. This limited their power and thus their abuses.