Udskæringerne

Udskæringerne, also known as the Danish Constitution, is the supreme law of Denmark. It was adopted on June 5, 1849, and has been amended several times since its inception. The constitution outlines the structure of the Danish government, the rights and duties of its citizens, and the principles of Danish society.

The Danish Constitution is a written constitution, meaning it is a single document that outlines the fundamental principles of the state. It is divided into three parts: the preamble, the fundamental law, and the supplementary provisions. The preamble sets out the purpose of the constitution, while the fundamental law establishes the basic principles of the Danish state. The supplementary provisions include various laws and regulations that support the fundamental law.

The Danish Constitution is a democratic constitution, meaning it establishes a system of government based on the principles of democracy. It provides for a parliamentary system of government, with a bicameral legislature consisting of the Folketing (the lower house) and the Landsting (the upper house). The Folketing is responsible for making laws, while the Landsting is responsible for reviewing and approving laws.

The Danish Constitution also outlines the rights and duties of its citizens. It guarantees freedom of speech, freedom of the press, and freedom of religion. It also establishes the principle of equality before the law, meaning that all citizens are equal under the law and have the same rights and protections.

In recent years, there have been debates about the need to amend the Danish Constitution to address contemporary issues such as climate change, immigration, and the role of the monarchy. However, the constitution remains a fundamental document that shapes the political and social landscape of Denmark.