The Bill of Rights was primarily based on the English Bill of Rights of 1689 and the Virginia Declaration of Rights of 1776. The English Bill of Rights established fundamental legal principles and limitations on government power, while the Virginia Declaration of Rights emphasized individual liberties and rights. Together, these documents influenced the framers of the U.S. Constitution in crafting the first ten amendments that protect citizens' rights.
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