Spanish Constitutions: 1812, 1834, 1837 & 1845 Analysis
The Constitution of 1812
In effect during the periods 1812-1814 and 1820-1823, "La Pepa" presents a series of striking features:
- Its length (384 articles total).
- Its considerable influence.
- The enormous importance it attaches to the legislative power.
Its ideology is based on the defense of national sovereignty, separation of powers, and constitutional monarchy, the existence of a unicameral Cortes, the creation of a National Militia, and the remarkable momentum it attaches to education and freedom of printing and publication.
Royal Charter of 1834
In force between the years 1834 and 1837 and inspired by politician Francisco Martinez de la Rosa, this is a letter granting similar rights to that Louis XVIII had given to its French nationals in 1814....