Uganda’s Constitution 1995

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Constitution of the Republic of Uganda (1995)**:
Summary of Uganda’s Constitution

Preamble and Objectives
- Promotes unity, peace, equality, and democracy.
- Recognizes past injustices and commits to social justice and development.

Fundamental Rights and Freedoms
- Guarantees civil liberties: freedom of speech, religion, movement, and assembly.
- Protects rights to life, education, health, and property.
- Prohibits discrimination and upholds gender equality.

Governance Structure
- **Executive:** Headed by the President, who is both Head of State and Government.
- **Legislature:** Parliament enacts laws and oversees government actions.
- **Judiciary:** Independent courts ensure justice and constitutional interpretation.

Elections and Representation
- Citizens elect leaders through regular, free, and fair elections.
- Provides for multiparty democracy and political participation.

Rule of Law and Accountability
- All persons and institutions are subject to the law.
- Establishes checks and balances among branches of government.

Protection of Vulnerable Groups
- Special provisions for children, women, persons with disabilities, and the elderly.
- Promotes affirmative action and inclusive development.

Land and Environment
- Land belongs to citizens and is held under customary, freehold, leasehold, or mailo tenure.
- Protects natural resources and mandates sustainable use.

Security and Defense
- Establishes national defense forces under civilian control.
- Ensures national security and public safety.

Amendments and Legal Framework
- Constitution can be amended by Parliament under strict procedures.
- Supremacy clause: any law inconsistent with the Constitution is void.

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