Which instrument is primarily responsible for protecting individual rights and freedoms?

• A. The Constitution
• B. The Magna Carta
• C. The Civil Code
• D. The Charter

Answer: (D)

Protecting individual rights and freedoms is best achieved by a legal instrument that explicitly lists those rights and limits government power. The Charter does this by guaranteeing fundamental freedoms and rights—like free expression, religion, and equality—along with democratic rights and legal protections, and it provides remedies when rights are violated. It serves as the benchmark for evaluating laws and government actions, ensuring they respect individuals’ freedoms in practice. While the Constitution provides the overall framework and the Magna Carta is a historical precursor, the Civil Code governs private relationships, the Charter is the specific tool designed to protect rights and freedoms today.