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constitution
The fundamental law of a nation that establishes its system of government.
憲法 is the supreme law of a nation.
CULTURAL NOTE (Constitution of Japan):
- 日本国憲法 (Constitution of Japan)
- In force since May 3, 1947 (promulgated November 3, 1946)
- 憲法記念日 (Constitution Memorial Day - a national holiday)
Related words
- 憲法改正 (constitutional amendment)
- 憲法違反 (unconstitutional)
- 憲法解釈 (constitutional interpretation)
- 護憲 (upholding the constitution)
- 改憲 (constitutional revision)
CULTURAL NOTE (Article 9):
- 第9条 is Japan's famous "peace clause"
Related Words
Related:
法律 (law, statute)
Related:
民法 (civil law)
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刑法 (criminal law)
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護憲 (defending the constitution)
Related:
改憲 (constitutional revision)