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In History / College | 2025-07-07

Originally, the Bill of Rights limited only the power of which of the following?
A. Executive branch
B. National government
C. State government
D. Supreme Court
E. Regional government

Asked by emily3841

Answer (1)

The Bill of Rights initially limited the power of the national government, designed to protect individual liberties against potential abuses. It consists of the first ten amendments to the Constitution created in response to concerns about government overreach. Over time, these rights have also been applied to state governments through judicial interpretation. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-07

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