What is Magna Carta? Clauses 39 and 40

What is Magna Carta? Clauses 39 and 40

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Clauses 39 and 40 of the Magna Carta are pivotal in establishing the principle that no one, including the king, is above the law. These clauses, often referred to as the 'golden clauses,' have had a lasting impact on constitutional principles, emphasizing the protection of individual liberty and the foundation of trial by jury. Their significance is highlighted by the discovery of the Unknown Charter, an early draft of the Magna Carta, which begins with these clauses.

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