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There are four Constitutional amendments that expand the definition of popular sovereignty. The Ninth Amendment deals with the rights of the people. The Tenth Amendment outlines the powers of federalism. The Seventeenth Amendment clarifies the election of senators. The Nineteenth Amendment established women's suffrage.

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Characteristics of sovereignty?

Sovereignty is the highest and absolute power in formulating and implementing the law. Sovereignty can be divided into six characterisics wich are:- 1) absolute 2) indivisibility 3) Inalienability 4) permanent power 5) Exclusiveness 6) All comprehensiveness.


What are the amendments and how can they be added?

Amendments are considered apart of the theconstitution with the same enforcement value. I believe the constitution says amendments have the same "intents and purposes" as the rest of the constitution.Amendments can be passed in two ways: 1) Congress can propose an amendment to the states by a 2/3 majority vote in each house. Then if 3/4 of the states ratify it..it becomes an amendment.2) 2/3 of the states call a convention to propose amendments. If 3/4 of all the states ratify those proposals; they become amendments.


4 essential features of a state?

territory, people. government and sovereignty


What is the 8 tenets of the American democracy?

Oh, dude, the 8 tenets of American democracy are like the building blocks of our system. We've got things like popular sovereignty, federalism, separation of powers, checks and balances, judicial review, limited government, individual rights, and equal protection under the law. So, like, if you wanna know how our government works, these are the key principles to keep in mind.


What are six conditions of popular sovereignty?

1. Government policies reflect the wishes of the people 2. Government leaders are elected 3. Elections are free and fair 4. People participate in the political process 5. People have access to credible political information 6. The majority rules

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What are the 4 common features of the new State governments in 1776?

Popular Sovereignty Limited government Civil liberties Separation of powers and checks and balances.


Characteristics of sovereignty?

Sovereignty is the highest and absolute power in formulating and implementing the law. Sovereignty can be divided into six characterisics wich are:- 1) absolute 2) indivisibility 3) Inalienability 4) permanent power 5) Exclusiveness 6) All comprehensiveness.


What are the elements of the state?

1. Population 2. Territory 3. Government 4. Sovereignty


7 Consider the Bill of Rights the first ten amendments to the Constitution What fears are reflected in these amendments?

THE FIRST AMENDMENTS. WHAT ARE 5 NOT 3 OR 4 OR EVEN 23 BUT 5 FACTS ABOUT THE FIRST AME THE FIRST AMENDMENTS. WHAT ARE 5 NOT 3 OR 4 OR EVEN 23 BUT 5 FACTS ABOUT THE FIRST AME


Six basic principles of constitution?

The Six Basic Principle of Constitution are: 1. Popular Sovereignty 2. Limited Government 3. Separation of Powers 4. Checks and Balances 5. Judicial Review 6. Federalism


Which state does not ask its people to vote on constitutional amendments?

Constitutional amendments must be ratified by the votes of 3/4 of the State Legislatures. There is no requirement for a plebiscite, or vote of the people. Each State Legislature can, if it chooses, base its decision on a popular vote, but I'm not aware that any do.


What is the answer to expand x2(x-4)?

x2(x-4)


What is in article four and five of the constitution?

4 is the States and 5 is the Amendments.


According to the idea of popular sovereignty which of the following would decide whether slavery would be allowed in a territory?

According to the idea of popular sovereignty, the residents of a territory would decide whether slavery would be allowed through a vote or referendum. The principle is based on the belief that the power and legitimacy of the government stem from the consent of the people living in that area.


What are the 8 major tenets of American democracy?

1. Individual Worth 2. Individual Freedom 3. Equality 4. Popular Sovereignty 5. Majority Rule 6. Minority Rights 7. Limited Government 8. Compromise


What are the meaning of 4 types of elements of state?

1. Population 2. Territory 3. Government 4. Sovereignty


How can amendments be ratified?

If 3/4's of the state legeslature agree upon it