Uganda Constitution - Creating Politics With Principles
If Christianity persists in neglecting its spiritual mission while it continues to busy itself with social and material problems, the spiritual renaissance must await the coming of these new teachers of Jesus' religion who will be exclusively devoted to the spiritual regeneration of men. And then will these spirit-born souls quickly supply the leadership and inspiration requisite for the social, moral, economic, and political reorganization of the world.
6. LAW, LIBERTY, AND SOVEREIGNTY
134:6.1 If one man craves freedom -- liberty -- he must remember that all other men long for the same freedom. Groups of such liberty-loving mortals cannot live together in peace without becoming subservient to such laws, rules, and regulations as will grant each person the same degree of freedom while at the same time safeguarding an equal degree of freedom for all of his fellow mortals. If one man is to be absolutely free, then another must become an absolute slave. And the relative nature of freedom is true socially, economically, and politically. Freedom is the gift of civilization made possible by the enforcement of LAW.
The measure of the advance of society is directly determined by the degree to which public opinion can control personal behavior and state regulation through nonviolent expression. The really civilized government had arrived when public opinion was clothed with the powers of personal franchise. Popular elections may not always decide things rightly, but they represent the right way even to do a wrong thing. Evolution does not at once produce superlative perfection but rather comparative and advancing practical adjustment.
There are ten steps, or stages, to the evolution of a practical and efficient form of representative government, and these are:
1. Empowerment:** Understanding the constitution empowers individuals. It provides a clear understanding of our rights and responsibilities, allowing us to actively participate in civic life, make informed decisions, and engage in meaningful discourse.
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Protecting Rights:** The constitution serves as a safeguard for our fundamental rights and freedoms. By understanding its provisions, we are better equipped to protect ourselves and our communities from potential abuses of power.
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Informed Citizenship:** An informed citizenry is the backbone of a healthy democracy. Knowledge of the constitution enhances our ability to make sound judgments about political issues, policies, and the actions of our elected representatives.
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Legal Literacy:** Understanding the constitution contributes to legal literacy. It allows us to navigate legal processes, advocate for our rights, and ensures fair treatment under the law.
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Civic Engagement:** A deep understanding of the constitution encourages active civic engagement. Whether it's voting, participating in community initiatives, or peacefully protesting, an informed citizenry strengthens the democratic fabric of our nation.
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Responsibility and Accountability:** The constitution defines the structure of our government and the limits of its power. When citizens understand these principles, they can hold public officials accountable for their actions, promoting transparency and ethical governance.
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Unity in Diversity:** Uganda's diverse population can find a common ground in the constitution. Understanding its principles fosters unity by promoting a shared understanding of the values that bind us together as a nation.
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Preventing Misinformation:** Misinformation can lead to confusion and mistrust. By understanding our constitution, we reduce the likelihood of being misled and contribute to a more informed and resilient society.
In light of these reasons, I believe that initiatives, such as the ongoing constitution translation project, play a crucial role in making the constitution more accessible to all Ugandans. If you have any thoughts or would like to discuss this further, feel free to reach out.
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Political Sovereignty and True Representative Government


Political Sovereignty and True Representative Government
Political Sovereignty and True Representative Government




Uganda Constitution Translation Project
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1. Freedom of the person. Slavery, serfdom, and all forms of human bondage must disappear.
2. Freedom of the mind. Unless a free people are educated -- taught to think intelligently and plan wisely -- freedom usually does more harm than good.
3. The reign of law. Liberty can be enjoyed only when the will and whims of human rulers are replaced by legislative enactments in accordance with accepted fundamental law.
4. Freedom of speech. Representative government is unthinkable without freedom of all forms of expression for human aspirations and opinions.
5. Security of property. No government can long endure if it fails to provide for the right to enjoy personal property in some form. Man craves the right to use, control, bestow, sell, lease, and bequeath his personal property.
6. The right of petition. Representative government assumes the right of citizens to be heard. The privilege of petition is inherent in free citizenship.
7. The right to rule. It is not enough to be heard; the power of petition must progress to the actual management of the government.
8. Universal suffrage. Representative government presupposes an intelligent, efficient, and universal electorate. The character of such a government will ever be determined by the character and caliber of those who compose it. As civilization progresses, suffrage, while remaining universal for both sexes, will be effectively modified, regrouped, and otherwise differentiated.
9. Control of public servants. No civil government will be serviceable and effective unless the citizenry possess and use wise techniques of guiding and controlling officeholders and public servants.
10. Intelligent and trained representation. The survival of democracy is dependent on successful representative government; and that is conditioned upon the practice of electing to public offices only those individuals who are technically trained, intellectually competent, socially loyal, and morally fit. Only by such provisions can government of the people, by the people, and for the people be preserved.
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Arrangement of Objectives.
Objective
General.
I. Implementation of objectives.
Political objectives.
II. Democratic principles.
III. National unity and stability.
IV. National sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity.
Protection and promotion of fundamental and other human rights and freedoms.
V. Fundamental and other human rights and freedoms.
VI. Gender balance and fair representation of marginalised groups.
VII. Protection of the aged.
VIII. Provision of adequate resources for organs of Government.
IX. The right to development.
X. Role of the people in development.
XI. Role of the State in development.
XII. Balanced and equitable development.
XIII. Protection of natural resources.
Social and economic objectives.
XIV. General social and economic objectives.
XV. Recognition of the role of women in society.
XVI. Recognition of the dignity of persons with disabilities.
XVII. Recreation and sports.
XVIII. Educational objectives.
XIX. Protection of the family.
XX. Medical services.
XXI. Clean and safe water.
XXII. Food security and nutrition.
XXIII. Natural disasters.
Cultural objectives.
XXIV. Cultural objectives.
XXV. Preservation of public property and heritage.
Accountability.
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XXVI. Accountability.
The environment.
XXVII. The environment.
Foreign policy objectives.
XXVIII. Foreign policy objectives.
Duties of a citizen.
XXIX. Duties of a citizen.
Schedules
First Schedule Kampala and Districts of Uganda.
Second Schedule The boundary of Uganda.
Third Schedule Uganda’s indigenous communities as at 1st
February, 1926.
Fourth Schedule Oaths.
Fifth Schedule Regional Governments
Sixth Schedule Functions and services for which Government is responsible.
Seventh Schedule Unconditional grant to local governments.
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CONSTITUTION OF THE REPUBLIC OF UGANDA.
Arrangement of Articles.
Article
CHAPTER ONE—THE CONSTITUTION.
1. Sovereignty of the people.
2. Supremacy of the Constitution.
3. Defence of the Constitution.
4. Promotion of public awareness of the Constitution.
CHAPTER TWO—THE REPUBLIC.
5. The Republic of Uganda.
6. Official language.
7. Nonadoption of State religion.
8. National symbols and seals.
8A. National interests.
CHAPTER THREE—CITIZENSHIP.
9. Citizens of Uganda.
10. Citizenship by birth.
11. Foundlings and adopted children.
12. Citizenship by registration.
13. Citizenship by naturalisation.
14. Loss of citizenship by registration.
15. Dual citizenship.
16. National Citizenship and Immigration Board.
17. Duties of a citizen.
18. Registration of births, marriages and deaths.
19. Citizenship of a parent dying before the birth of a person.
CHAPTER FOUR—PROTECTION AND PROMOTION OF FUNDAMENTAL AND OTHER HUMAN
RIGHTS AND FREEDOMS.
General.
20. Fundamental and other human rights and freedoms.
21. Equality and freedom from discrimination.
22. Protection of right to life.
23. Protection of personal liberty.
24. Respect for human dignity and protection from inhuman treatment.
25. Protection from slavery, servitude and forced labour.
26. Protection from deprivation of property.
27. Right to privacy of person, home and other property.
28.

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