NAMA : VIRGINIA VABIOLA VERONIKA GOSAL

NIM : 220711010139

1.What is the meaning of constitution?

The constitution is the fundamental document that outlines the principles, laws and regulations that
govern a country or an organization. The constitution can be interpreted as the entire constitutional
system of a country in the form of a collection of rules that form and regulate the government of a
country where the UUD 1945 is the basic law of the constitution in Indonesia.

2.Explain the importance of constitution to the state (country)!

The constitution is very important because the Constitution has a function as a legal basis in carrying out
state administration. In addition, the constitution also protects human rights and guarantees the
freedom of citizens. The constitution guarantees justice, equality and freedom for all citizens. Through
the constitution, people can fight for their rights and demand responsibility from the government.
Violations of the constitution can cause damage to the government system and harm citizens.
Therefore, it is important to maintain compliance with the constitution so that the country can run well
and safely.

3.Describe the history of Indonesian Constitution briefly!

The constitution was written in July and August 1945, when Indonesia was emerging from Japanese
control at the end of World War I. It was abrogated by the Federal Constitution of 1949 and the
Provisional Constitution of 1950, but restored after the President Soekarno's decree on 5 July 1959
During the 32 years old Soeharto's Administration, the constitution had never been amended.