217k views
5 votes
Which principle of the Constitution does the phrase "provide for the common defence" int he preamble demonstrate?

User Waescher
by
5.6k points

2 Answers

3 votes

Answer: popular sovereignty

Step-by-step explanation:

The people are the source of power of the government, so the government will defend them against any problems.

User Flordeliza
by
5.8k points
1 vote

Preamble: "provide for the common defence". "Provide for the common defence" means that. government will provide one central defense against any attacks from outside countries or groups.

American Constitution. The American Constitution was promulgated in 1787 and ratified two years later by the 13 American states. In 1791, the American Magna Carta would receive the addition of the Bill of Rights.

User CognizantApe
by
5.1k points