Describe the main features of the constitution of 1791. Mention any five points.
Main features of the constitution of 1791 -
A. Constitutional Monarchy: The new constitution made France a constitutional Monarchy.
B. National Assembly: It had 745 members and was indirectly elected and could legislate.
C. Right to Vote: Only men above the age of 25 who paid taxes has equal to 3 day of a labourer’s wage were active citizens and can vote.
D. Powers of National Assembly: This body had the organs- legislature, Executive and Judiciary.
E. The Declaration of Rights and Man and Citizens: The Constitution began with this declaration and included rights like rights to life, freedom of speech and freedom of opinion.
