Constitutional Law Flashcards
(42 cards)
Historically, which of the following is a source of law?
Common law and statutes.
Which group is associated with the creation of laws through religious texts?
Religious groups.
Who were considered leaders that contributed to the formation of laws?
Monarchs and Lawmakers
Customs and traditions are examples of what in the context of law?
sources of law
What are the three major sources of Canadian law?
statute law, common law, and constitutional law.
Which source of Canadian law is considered the highest?
The constitution
What does the term “supersede” mean in the context of Canadian law?
To override or replace
What is a constitution?
A foundational legal documents
What is considered the highest source of law in a country?
The constitution
What is a characteristic of laws and principles established in a constitution?
They are supreme and binding
What is required to change Canada’s Constitution according to the example
Amending formula
What is the origin of the word “constitution”?
From the Latin word “Constitutio”
What year was the British North America Act enacted?
1867
Which governing body enacted the British North America Act?
The British Parliament
What did the British North America Act create?
The Dominion of Canada
How many provinces originally comprised Canada under the British North America Act
4
Which of the following was NOT one of the original provinces under the British North America Act?
Newfoundland
What did the preamble of the British North America Act, 1867 state about Canada’s constitution?
It affirmed the establishment of Canada.
What does the British North America Act, 1867 outline regarding statute laws?
They must be consistent with the Constitution.
What powers did the British North America Act, 1867 give?
Federal powers to legislate.
Which of the following is a federal power according to the British North America Act, 1867?
Immigration
What does the British North America Act, 1867, say about laws related to “Peace, Order and Good
Government”?
The federal government can make laws for peace, order, and good government.
Which of the following is NOT listed as a federal power in the British North America Act, 1867?
Education
Which of the following is a provincial power under the British North America Act, 1867?
Health Care
