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Chapter 1 · Art. 3

Defence of this Constitution

2010-as-amended · effective 2010-08-27

Official text

(1) Every person has an obligation to respect, uphold and defend this Constitution.
(2) Any attempt to establish a government otherwise than in compliance with this Constitution is unlawful.
In simple words
  • Every person has an obligation to respect, uphold and defend this Constitution.
    Art. 3(1)

    (1) Every person has an obligation to respect, uphold and defend this Constitution.

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  • Any attempt to form a government outside this Constitution is unlawful.
    Art. 3(2)

    (2) Any attempt to establish a government otherwise than in compliance with this Constitution is unlawful.

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Kids explanation
  • Everyone should respect and protect the Constitution, and no one may take power in a way that breaks it.
    Art. 3(1)

    (1) Every person has an obligation to respect, uphold and defend this Constitution.

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