The Constitution of Japan, 1946 by Japan
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| Author | Japan |
|---|---|
| Title | The Constitution of Japan, 1946 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 46.9 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Note | Japan. Kenpo (1946) |
| Summary | "The Constitution of Japan, 1946" by Japan is a historical legal document established post-World War II. This constitution, written during the mid-20th century, outlines the foundational principles of governance in Japan, emphasizing democracy, human rights, and the renunciation of war. It marks a turning point in Japan's political landscape, advocating for peace and a government derived from the people's will. The document is structured into various chapters that address key aspects such as the role of the Emperor, the legislative framework (the Diet), the rights and duties of the people, and the judiciary system. Notably, it proclaims that the Emperor is a symbol of the state without governing powers, and it renounces war as a sovereign right, aiming instead for peaceful international relations. The constitution lays out comprehensive civil rights and liberties, ensuring equality and safeguarding individuals from government overreach. Overall, it serves as the supreme law of Japan, requiring all governmental actions to align with its provisions. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | JQ: Political science: Political inst. and pub. Admin.: Asia, Africa and Oceania |
| LoC Class | KNX: Law in general, Comparative and uniform law, Jurisprudence: Japan |
| Subject | Constitutional law -- Japan |
| Subject | Japan -- Constitution |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 612 |
| Release Date | Aug 1, 1996 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 1, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 113 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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