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The US Constitution has 7 articles and 27 amendments, France's constitution has 92 articles, and China's has 243 sections. What are the benefits of having a shorter written constitution?

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Short constitutions tend to be vague in their content, meaning they are more accurate, more likely to be assured your rights
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Both types of Constitution come with pros and cons, but specifically talking about the benefits of having a shorter Constitution we can mention that it is easier for people to read and be aware of their rights and duties. Also, having a long Constitution can bring dualities that probably won't be found in a shorter Constitution, because it will be more objective, and treat every matter once.

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