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Constitutional Limitation: A rule in the constitution that stops the government from having too much power. It tells the government what they can and cannot do.
A constitutional limitation is a rule or provision in a country's constitution that limits the power of a government branch, department, agency, or officer. This means that they cannot act beyond the scope of their authority as defined by the constitution.
These examples illustrate how constitutional limitations ensure that government officials do not abuse their power and act within the boundaries set by the constitution. They protect the rights and freedoms of citizens and prevent the government from becoming too powerful.