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Magna Charta

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Magna Charta, also known as Magna Carta, is a historic document that was first issued in England in 1215. It is considered one of the most important legal charters in history, as it established the principle that no one, including the monarch, is above the law. The term "Magna Charta" is often used to refer to this document itself.

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1. King John reluctantly agreed to sign the Magna Charta, limiting his own power.
2. The Magna Charta laid the foundation for modern democratic principles.
3. Studying the Magna Charta is essential for understanding the evolution of constitutional law.

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