Question

The Magna Carta was signed in order to​

Answer 1

An engraving of King John signing the Magna Carta on June 15, 1215, at Runnymede, England. Watch a dramatization of the history behind the formulation of the Magna Carta, a charter that was issued in order to curtail the power of King John and his successors and that laid the foundation for Parliament.

Answer 2

Step-by-step explanation:

Transfer some of the power (not all -- not yet) from the monarchy to the those with titles -- dukes earls knights and princes. Not so much princes. It was to give some of the say to those actually paying most of the taxes. The barons of the time demanded that the King not be above the law.

The magna carta had one clause that has since been in every constitution. It America, it is the 6th amendment. One accused of a crime is guaranteed a speedy trial.