The English Bill of Rights, enacted in 1689, established key constitutional principles that limited the powers of the monarchy and laid the foundation for parliamentary democracy. It affirmed the rights of individuals, such as the right to free speech in Parliament, protection against cruel and unusual punishment, and the requirement for regular elections. This landmark document significantly curtailed royal authority, ensuring that the monarchy could not govern without the consent of Parliament, thereby promoting the rule of law and individual liberties. Its principles influenced many democratic systems, including the United States Constitution.
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