Description
Constitution of Colombia
Book Summary
This work contains the full text of the 1991 Political Constitution of Colombia, updated with subsequent reforms through 2005. It is the fundamental legal and political document that defines the structure of the Colombian State, the rights and duties of its citizens, and the principles that govern life in society. In this volume, the reader will find the essential regulatory framework to understand the country's legal system, from the definition of Colombia as a social state governed by the rule of law to the mechanisms for citizen participation and the organization of public powers.
What is it about?
The 1991 Political Constitution of Colombia is the supreme law that establishes the foundations of the country's legal and political order. The text begins with a preamble that invokes divine protection and defines the fundamental principles of the nation: democracy, justice, liberty, and peace. Subsequently, the first articles lay the foundations of the Colombian State, defining it as a social state governed by the rule of law, organized as a unitary and decentralized Republic, where human dignity and solidarity are essential values. The work also details the essential purposes of the State, such as serving the community, guaranteeing the effectiveness of rights, and promoting citizen participation. Likewise, it enshrines national sovereignty in the people, who exercise it directly or through representatives. This volume includes the reforms approved up to 2005, reflecting the evolution of the constitutional text to adapt to the changing needs of Colombian society.
Main Topics
- Social state governed by the rule of law and the organization of the Colombian State
- Fundamental rights, citizen duties, and constitutional guarantees
- Structure and functioning of public powers (Executive, Legislative, and Judicial)
- Citizen participation and mechanisms for direct democracy
- Principles of national sovereignty, territorial unity, and Latin American integration
Who is it recommended for?
This book is intended for students and professionals in law, political science, and public administration who need to consult the current constitutional text. It is also useful for public officials, lawyers, judges, and any citizen interested in knowing the legal and political foundations that govern life in Colombia. It is an indispensable reference tool for those who need to understand the country's legal framework in its version updated through 2005.
What this book offers
- Access to the complete and updated text of the 1991 Political Constitution of Colombia with its reforms through 2005.
- Clear understanding of the fundamental principles that define the Colombian State and its essential purposes.
- Detailed knowledge of the rights and duties of citizens, as well as the mechanisms for democratic participation.
- A solid documentary base for the study of constitutional law and the political organization of the country.
- Practical reference tool for legal and public administration professionals.
Technical Data
- Author: Not available
- Publisher: Linkgua Ediciones
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: CLASSIC TEXTS, CONSTITUTIONAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE LAW
- Collection: LAWS
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: January 2005
- Number of pages: 198
- Weight: 239 g
Editorial Review
This pocket-sized edition of the Constitution of Colombia offers a practical and accessible tool for studying and consulting the current constitutional text. Its main value lies in bringing together in a single volume the 1991 Magna Carta along with its reforms through 2005, facilitating access to a fundamental document for understanding the country's legal and political framework. It is especially useful for students and professionals who need a manageable and complete reference of the Colombian constitutional system.