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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| supreme law | any other laws that are inconsistent with the Constitution are unconstitutional, and "struck down" as such. |
| preamble | the introductory part of a statute or deed, stating its purpose, aims, and justification. |
| constitutional law | the body of law which defines the relationship of different entities within a state, namely, the executive, the legislature, and the judiciary. |
| autocracy | a system of government by one person with absolute power |
| oligarchy | a small group of people having control of a country, organization, or institution |
| democracy | a system of government by the whole population or all the eligible members of a state, typically through elected representatives. |