Question

Answer all questions given under the heading.

Constitution of 1791

1. Who framed the first constitution?
2. What did it provide for?
3. What type of Legislature was to be formed?
4. What was the role of the king?

Answer 1

1. In September 1791, the National Assembly framed the first constitution.
2. It provided for a constitutional monarchy.
3. The Legislature consisted of a single chamber of 750 members. The franchise was limited to those who owned a certain amount of property.
4. The king continued to be the Executive Head, but his powers were considerably limited.