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ESTRUCTURA DE LA CONSTITUCIÓN POLÍTICA DEL ESTADO
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ESTRUCTURA DE LA CONSTITUCIÓN POLÍTICA DEL ESTADO

Understanding the Structure of the Political Constitution of the State

Introduction to the Political Constitution

  • The Political Constitution of the State is defined as a document containing laws that dictate how a country should be organized.
  • It is noted as the nineteenth constitutional text in Bolivia's history, serving as a legal framework for citizens' rights and responsibilities.

Historical Context and Approval

  • The constitution was approved on February 7, 2009, by former President Evo Morales Ayma.
  • It guarantees rights and freedoms for Bolivians while also outlining their duties as citizens.

Structure of the Constitution

  • The constitution consists of 411 articles divided into five main parts:
  • Fundamental Principles: Based on values such as "ama sua" (do not steal), "ama llulla" (do not lie), and "ama ckella" (do not be lazy).
  • State Organization: Discusses functional organization through various organs.
  • Territorial Organization: Addresses territorial autonomy.
  • Economic Structure: Outlines economic organization within the state.
  • Legal Framework: Details laws starting from the constitution down to other regulations.

Key Organs of Government

  • The constitution identifies four main organs, previously referred to as powers:
  • Legislative Organ: Responsible for law creation; includes two chambers—Senate and Chamber of Deputies.
  • Senate comprises 36 members, with specific age requirements.
  • Chamber of Deputies has 130 members.
  • Executive Organ: Executes laws created by the legislative organ; composed of President, Vice President, and Ministers (the Cabinet).
  • Judicial Organ: Administers justice through three key institutions:
  • Supreme Court
  • Constitutional Court
  • Judiciary Council
  • Electoral Organ: Manages elections; consists of seven members including at least two indigenous representatives.

Rights Guaranteed by the Constitution

  • The constitution ensures fundamental rights for Bolivians, including:
  • Right to free expression and opinion.
  • Freedom to associate with others.