Asked by Santiago alzate on Jul 04, 2024
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Which of the following is correct with respect to the Charter of Rights and Freedoms?
A) Section 33 (the notwithstanding clause) only applies to some specified provisions of the Charter.
B) The federal or provincial legislature cannot override a person's right to free speech.
C) The federal or the provincial legislature cannot override a person's right not to be discriminated against on the basis of race or religion.
D) The parliament or provincial legislature can only override a section of the Charter under the notwithstanding clause if they clearly state they are doing so and then wait 5 years before implementing the provision.
E) The effect of the notwithstanding clause is to shift the power back to the judges.
Notwithstanding Clause
A legal provision indicating that certain statements in a contract may override or prevail over other clauses within the same contract or other legal documents.
Free Speech
The right to express one's opinions and ideas without fear of government interference or legal sanction.
Discriminated
Subjected to unfair or unequal treatment based on specific characteristics such as race, gender, age, or religious beliefs.
- Gain insight into the rights and freedoms safeguarded by the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
- Identify the constraints and uses of the Charter within the legal framework.
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Learning Objectives
- Gain insight into the rights and freedoms safeguarded by the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
- Identify the constraints and uses of the Charter within the legal framework.
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