SSC
WORLD HISTORY
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Question
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Which of the following is true about the Magna Carta?
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It demanded that lord’s provide military service to the king.
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It was signed before the civil war in England.
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It contained 63 clauses and limited the power of the king.
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It gave the king more money and power.
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Magna Carta was issued in June 1215 and was the first document to put into writing the principle that the king and his government was not above the law. It sought to prevent the king from exploiting his power, and placed limits of royal authority by establishing law as a power in itself.
Detailed explanation-2: -Only four of the 63 clauses in Magna Carta are still valid today-1 (part), 13, 39 and 40.
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